Lexington, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · McClain County County
Lexington, OK
At a Glance
How Lexington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lexington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lexington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lexington residents earn a median household income of $46,094 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,372. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 37.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,302 business establishments, including 87 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lexington is $84,500 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $128,333. Median rent is $879/month, with 24.6% 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 1980.
Safety & Crime
Lexington reports 245 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 35% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 540/100K.
Education
11.7% of adults in Lexington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 81.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.