Newkirk, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Kay County County
Newkirk, OK
At a Glance
How Newkirk Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Newkirk's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Newkirk a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Newkirk residents earn a median household income of $53,125 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,430. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,232 business establishments, including 98 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Newkirk is $99,000 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $139,983. Median rent is $613/month, with 27.1% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Newkirk reports 46 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,239/100K.
Education
11.1% of adults in Newkirk hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 87.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Newkirk has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.