Idabel, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Sevier County County
Idabel, OK
At a Glance
How Idabel Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Idabel's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Idabel a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Idabel residents earn a median household income of $36,638 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,861. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 320 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Idabel is $121,300 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,420. Median rent is $701/month, with 29.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Idabel reports 158 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 58% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,125/100K.
Education
17.3% of adults in Idabel hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 85.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Idabel has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches.