Hennessey, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Hennessey is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 2,603. Residents earn $54,185 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,603 Population 702/sq mi density
$54,185 Median Income $39,201 per capita
$165,900 Home Value $183,658 Zillow
$907 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
46 Violent Crime/100K 876 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,185 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,900 home value, $907/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
46 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,185
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,900
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 46/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $907
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

How Hennessey Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,603
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density702/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,185
Per Capita$39,201
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty14.2%
County GDP$3,896M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,900
Rent$907
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,658

Crime

F
Violent46/100K
Property876/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault46/100K
Burglary185/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Elevation1,160 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+77.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute18 min
Libraries1

Is Hennessey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hennessey receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hennessey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hennessey is $54,185, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hennessey is $165,900, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $907 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Hennessey is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 876 per 100,000, 55% below the national average.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hennessey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches, including 9.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Hennessey has a population of 2,603 with a density of 702 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

2,603
Total Population
702
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hennessey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.9%
3% below US avg
Spanish24.1%
80% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hennessey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hennessey is $54,185, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Hennessey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,185
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,201
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$67,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,757
County GDP$3,896M

Business (County)

Restaurants135
Healthcare195
Retail252
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,454
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hennessey is $165,900, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $907 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,658.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,900
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,658

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$907
22% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,454
1% below US avg
Effective Rate2.08%
In Hennessey, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 36.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hennessey vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity36.8%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.0%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death11,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities195
Hennessey has a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 876 per 100,000 (55% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Hennessey vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent46.1/100K
88% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault46.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property876.4/100K
55% below US avg
Burglary184.5/100K
Theft691.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hennessey has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.5 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall9.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,160 ft (354 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density702/sq mi
Coordinates36.1058°N, 97.8986°W
County FIPS40047
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 53.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+77.8%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density702/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities195
Restaurants135
Retail Stores252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Work from Home2.8%

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