Hominy, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Hominy is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 3,299. Residents earn $34,928 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,299 Population 1,675/sq mi density
$34,928 Median Income $15,434 per capita
$74,800 Home Value $98,884 Zillow
$663 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
113 Violent Crime/100K 2,056 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$34,928 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,800 home value, $663/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
113 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,928
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,800
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 113/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.9%
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,299
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density1,675/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 47%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,928
Per Capita$15,434
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$1,343M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,800
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$98,884

Crime

F
Violent113/100K
Property2,056/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault85/100K
Burglary845/100K

Health

Obesity49.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation757 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+72.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Libraries4

Is Hominy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hominy receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hominy has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hominy is $34,928, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hominy is $74,800, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hominy is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,056 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hominy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Hominy has a population of 3,299 with a density of 1,675 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.4%), with 32.5% Hispanic, 10.9% Black.

Population

3,299
Total Population
1,675
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.4%
Female 30.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hominy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hominy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hominy is $34,928, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Hominy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,928
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,434
Avg Weekly Wage$978
IRS Avg AGI$64,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)560
County GDP$1,343M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare51
Retail105
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,395
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hominy is $74,800, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $98,884.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,800
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$98,884

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% 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-Occupied66.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,395
3% below US avg
Effective Rate4.54%
In Hominy, 49.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 35.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.9%
55% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure44.2%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.6%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity35.6%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death10,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access40.8%
Healthcare Facilities51
Hominy has a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,056 per 100,000 (5% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent112.7/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery28.2/100K
Assault84.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,056.3/100K
5% above US avg
Burglary845.1/100K
Theft901.4/100K
Vehicle Theft309.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hominy has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation757 ft (231 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density1,675/sq mi
Coordinates36.4219°N, 96.3930°W
County FIPS40113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 41.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+72.9%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,675/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants46
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Work from Home2.0%

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