Locust Grove, OK

Oklahoma

Locust Grove is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,445. Residents earn $44,853 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,445 Population 794/sq mi density
$44,853 Median Income $24,563 per capita
$103,500 Home Value $177,856 Zillow
$667 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$44,853 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,500 home value, $667/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,853
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,500
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $667
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,445
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density794/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 37%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,853
Per Capita$24,563
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$2,700M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,500
Rent$667
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,856

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property428/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary71/100K

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation669 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute22 min
Libraries5

Is Locust Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Locust Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Locust Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Locust Grove is $44,853, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Locust Grove is $103,500, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $667 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Locust Grove is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 428 per 100,000, 78% below the national average.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Locust Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Locust Grove has a population of 1,445 with a density of 794 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (60.5%), with 37.2% White.

Population

1,445
Total Population
794
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Locust Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Locust Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Locust Grove is $44,853, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Locust Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,853
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,563
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$59,137

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% 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 Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Locust Grove is $103,500, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $667 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,856.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,500
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,856

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$667
43% 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-Occupied59.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,610
25% below US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Locust Grove, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Locust Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma13.7%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.5%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death12,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access41.3%
Healthcare Facilities65
Locust Grove has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 428 per 100,000 (78% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property428.3/100K
78% below US avg
Burglary71.4/100K
Theft356.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Locust Grove has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density794/sq mi
Coordinates36.1982°N, 95.1689°W
County FIPS40097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% 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+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density794/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants90
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Work from Home8.1%

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