Lexington, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Lexington is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 2,002. Residents earn $46,094 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,002 Population 831/sq mi density
$46,094 Median Income $23,372 per capita
$84,500 Home Value $128,076 Zillow
$879 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
274 Violent Crime/100K 1,966 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$46,094 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,500 home value, $879/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
274 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,094
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,500
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 274/100K
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $879
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.9%
206% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,002
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density831/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,094
Per Capita$23,372
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty37.9%
County GDP$2,259M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,500
Rent$879
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$128,076

Crime

F
Violent274/100K
Property1,966/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault229/100K
Burglary183/100K

Health

Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation1,034 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+81.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute29 min
Libraries3

Is Lexington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lexington receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lexington has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lexington is $46,094, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 37.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lexington is $84,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $879 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lexington is below the national average at 274 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,966 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lexington 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 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Lexington has a population of 2,002 with a density of 831 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.2%), with 10.5% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

2,002
Total Population
831
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lexington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.2%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lexington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lexington is $46,094, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Lexington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,094
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,372
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$82,249

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate37.9%
206% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,302
County GDP$2,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare88
Retail131
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,992
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lexington is $84,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $879 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,076.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,500
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$128,076
Median List Price$152,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$152,500
$/Sq Ft$106
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$879
24% 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-Occupied68.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,992
14% above US avg
Effective Rate4.72%
In Lexington, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 38.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma12.4%
COPD10.3%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity38.4%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.1%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death8,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities88
Lexington has a violent crime rate of 274 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,966 per 100,000 (0% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent274.4/100K
28% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape45.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault228.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,966.2/100K
0% below US avg
Burglary182.9/100K
Theft1,737.5/100K
Vehicle Theft45.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lexington 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 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density831/sq mi
Coordinates35.0176°N, 97.3350°W
County FIPS40087
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 60.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+81.1%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density831/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities88
Restaurants87
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Work from Home2.3%

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