Kaw City, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Kaw City is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 311. Residents earn $55,833 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
311 Population 103/sq mi density
$55,833 Median Income $34,534 per capita
$125,000 Home Value $153,259 Zillow
$688 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $688/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,833
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population311
Median Age57.7 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,833
Per Capita$34,534
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$1,343M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,259

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,175 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute42 min
Libraries4

Is Kaw City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaw City 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Kaw City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kaw City is $55,833, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kaw City is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kaw City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Kaw City has a population of 311 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 57.7 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72%), with 22.8% Hispanic.

Population

311
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
57.7yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaw City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kaw City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaw City is $55,833, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Kaw City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,833
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,534
Avg Weekly Wage$978
IRS Avg AGI$64,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below 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 Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.3 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Kaw City is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,259.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$153,259

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
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-Occupied92.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,395
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.72%
In Kaw City, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kaw City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death10,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access40.8%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Kaw City has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates36.7667°N, 96.8618°W
County FIPS40113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% 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+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants46
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.3 min
Work from Home6.6%

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