Mead, OK

Oklahoma

Mead is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 418. Residents earn $75,500 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
418 Population 1,306/sq mi density
$75,500 Median Income $24,425 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $260,074 Zillow
$644 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$75,500 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $644/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,500
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $644
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population418
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density1,306/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,500
Per Capita$24,425
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$2,641M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$644
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,074

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Elevation742 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+83.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute15 min
Libraries1

Is Mead a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mead receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Mead offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mead is $75,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mead is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $644 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mead enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Mead has a population of 418 with a density of 1,306 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%), with 24.6% Hispanic.

Population

418
Total Population
1,306
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Mead vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mead vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mead is $75,500, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Mead vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,500
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,425
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$60,011

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,222
County GDP$2,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare124
Retail155
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,752
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mead is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $644 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,074.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,074

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$644
45% 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-Occupied74.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,752
21% below US avg
Effective Rate3.67%
In Mead, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.6%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death12,725/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access37.4%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Mead has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation742 ft (226 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,306/sq mi
Coordinates33.9980°N, 96.5186°W
County FIPS40013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 20%

Winner: Republican by 58.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+83.8%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,306/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants94
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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