McLoud, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

McLoud is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 4,424. Residents earn $64,167 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,424 Population 246/sq mi density
$64,167 Median Income $20,702 per capita
$146,300 Home Value $226,630 Zillow
$660 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
131 Violent Crime/100K 1,161 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$64,167 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,300 home value, $660/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
131 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,167
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,300
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 131/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $660
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,424
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density246/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,167
Per Capita$20,702
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$12,453M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,300
Rent$660
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,630

Crime

F
Violent131/100K
Property1,161/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault44/100K
Burglary197/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,121 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 41%
Commute28 min
Libraries6

Is McLoud a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McLoud receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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 high obesity rates. McLoud offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McLoud is $64,167, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McLoud is $146,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $660 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

McLoud is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 131 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,161 per 100,000, 41% below the national average.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

McLoud enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

McLoud has a population of 4,424 with a density of 246 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.6%), with 20.5% Hispanic, 5.7% Black.

Population

4,424
Total Population
246
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
18.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.8%
Female 67.2%

Race & Ethnicity

McLoud vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McLoud vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McLoud is $64,167, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: McLoud vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,167
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,702
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$76,889

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,371
County GDP$12,453M

Business (County)

Restaurants593
Healthcare883
Retail786
Manufacturing132

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,527
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in McLoud is $146,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $660 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,630.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,300
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,630
Median List Price$301,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$301,400
$/Sq Ft$117
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops45.5%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$660
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-Occupied67.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,527
29% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In McLoud, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma13.5%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.4%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death7,690/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities883
McLoud has a violent crime rate of 131 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,161 per 100,000 (41% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent131.4/100K
65% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape43.8/100K
Robbery43.8/100K
Assault43.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,160.5/100K
41% below US avg
Burglary197.1/100K
Theft635.0/100K
Vehicle Theft328.4/100K
Arson21.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
McLoud has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,121 ft (342 m)
Area18.0 sq mi (46.7 km²)
Population Density246/sq mi
Coordinates35.4122°N, 97.1066°W
County FIPS40027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density246/sq mi
Total Area18.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities883
Restaurants593
Retail Stores786

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home3.5%

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