Jennings, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Jennings is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 361. Residents earn $36,389 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
361 Population 656/sq mi density
$36,389 Median Income $19,300 per capita
$58,100 Home Value
$683 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$36,389 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,100 home value, $683/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,389
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,100
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.4%
194% higher than US avg

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

People

Population361
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density656/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,389
Per Capita$19,300
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty36.4%
County GDP$457M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,100
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation936 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute22 min
Libraries2

Is Jennings a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jennings is $36,389, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 36.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jennings is $58,100, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Jennings 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.

Jennings has a population of 361 with a density of 656 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.6%), with 22.7% Hispanic, 5% Black.

Population

361
Total Population
656
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Jennings vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jennings vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jennings is $36,389, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Jennings vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,389
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,300
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$55,128

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.4%
194% above US avg
Establishments (County)358
County GDP$457M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare36
Retail40
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Jennings is $58,100, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,100
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$89
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% 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-Occupied66.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Rate4.12%
In Jennings, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma12.3%
COPD9.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.5%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death13,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.5%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Jennings 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

Elevation936 ft (285 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density656/sq mi
Coordinates36.1823°N, 96.5692°W
County FIPS40117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density656/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants25
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home2.5%

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