Johnson Prairie, OK

Oklahoma

Johnson Prairie is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 133. Residents earn $48,281 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
133 Population 27/sq mi density
$48,281 Median Income $24,746 per capita
$114,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$48,281 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,500 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,281
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population133
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 55%

Economy

A
Median Income$48,281
Per Capita$24,746
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$1,335M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,125 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute20 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries3

Is Johnson Prairie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Johnson Prairie receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Johnson Prairie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Johnson Prairie is $48,281, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Johnson Prairie is $114,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Johnson Prairie enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Johnson Prairie has a population of 133 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.9%), with 45.1% Hispanic.

Population

133
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Johnson Prairie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Johnson Prairie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Johnson Prairie is $48,281, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Johnson Prairie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,281
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,746
Avg Weekly Wage$818
IRS Avg AGI$60,487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)942
County GDP$1,335M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare83
Retail149
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,794
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Johnson Prairie is $114,500, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,500
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,794
8% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
In Johnson Prairie, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Johnson Prairie vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate68.8%
Premature Death13,171/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access49.0%
Healthcare Facilities83

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Johnson Prairie has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates36.0791°N, 94.9759°W
County FIPS40041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants87
Retail Stores149

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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