Mountain View, OK

Oklahoma

Mountain View is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 575. Residents earn $55,781 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
575 Population 1,009/sq mi density
$55,781 Median Income $31,407 per capita
$75,300 Home Value $88,232 Zillow
$566 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
255 Violent Crime/100K 255 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,781 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,300 home value, $566/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
255 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,781
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,300
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 255/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $566
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population575
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density1,009/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,781
Per Capita$31,407
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$393M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,300
Rent$566
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$88,232
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

F
Violent255/100K
Property255/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault255/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,337 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute34 min
Libraries2

Is Mountain View a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountain View receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Mountain View offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mountain View is $55,781, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mountain View is $75,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $566 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Mountain View is below the national average at 255 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 255 per 100,000, 87% below the national average.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountain View enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Mountain View has a population of 575 with a density of 1,009 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%), with 15% Hispanic.

Population

575
Total Population
1,009
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountain View vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountain View vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountain View is $55,781, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Mountain View vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,781
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,407
Avg Weekly Wage$875
IRS Avg AGI$53,359

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$393M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare11
Retail41
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,600
54% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Mountain View is $75,300, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $566 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $88,232.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,300
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$88,232

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$566
51% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,600
54% below US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In Mountain View, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mountain View vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death13,689/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access32.9%
Healthcare Facilities11
Mountain View has a violent crime rate of 255 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 255 per 100,000 (87% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent254.8/100K
33% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault254.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property254.8/100K
87% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft254.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mountain View has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,337 ft (408 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,009/sq mi
Coordinates35.0995°N, 98.7497°W
County FIPS40149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.6%
D 11.8%

Winner: Republican by 74.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,009/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants9
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Work from Home1.9%

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