Kiowa, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Pittsburg County County
Kiowa, OK
At a Glance
How Kiowa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kiowa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kiowa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kiowa residents earn a median household income of $45,625 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,459. The unemployment rate stands at 13.5% (275% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,046 business establishments, including 97 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kiowa is $70,900 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $147,147. Median rent is $723/month, with 30.5% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Kiowa reports 499 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 832/100K.
Education
5.2% of adults in Kiowa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below the national average). 80.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kiowa has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.