Ketchum, OK

Oklahoma

Ketchum is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 505. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
505 Population 244/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $23,447 per capita
$124,200 Home Value
$786 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,200 home value, $786/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,200
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $786
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.7%
51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population505
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density244/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$23,447
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty18.7%
County GDP$2,700M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,200
Rent$786
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation783 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute22 min
Libraries5

Is Ketchum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ketchum receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ketchum offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ketchum is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.7% 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 Ketchum is $124,200, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ketchum enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Ketchum has a population of 505 with a density of 244 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.6%), with 21.4% Hispanic.

Population

505
Total Population
244
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ketchum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ketchum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ketchum is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Ketchum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,447
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$59,137

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.7%
51% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,025
County GDP$2,700M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare65
Retail138
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,610
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Ketchum is $124,200, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $786 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,200
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$786
32% 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-Occupied63.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,610
25% below US avg
Effective Rate2.10%
In Ketchum, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.5%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death12,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access41.3%
Healthcare Facilities65

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Ketchum has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall5.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation783 ft (239 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density244/sq mi
Coordinates36.5176°N, 95.0373°W
County FIPS40097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.8%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 57.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density244/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants90
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Work from Home8.6%

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