Ninnekah, OK

Oklahoma

Ninnekah is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 944. Residents earn $69,087 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
944 Population 93/sq mi density
$69,087 Median Income $33,334 per capita
$181,200 Home Value $214,949 Zillow
$875 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,087 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,200 home value, $875/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,087
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $181,200
36% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population944
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,087
Per Capita$33,334
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$2,927M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,200
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,949

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property292/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary195/100K

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Elevation1,156 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute24 min
Libraries3

Is Ninnekah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ninnekah receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ninnekah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ninnekah is $69,087, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ninnekah is $181,200, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ninnekah 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 292 per 100,000, 85% below the national average.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ninnekah enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Ninnekah has a population of 944 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.2%), with 7.9% Hispanic.

Population

944
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
10.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ninnekah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ninnekah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ninnekah is $69,087, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Ninnekah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,087
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,334
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,927M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare133
Retail187
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,919
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ninnekah is $181,200, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,949.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,200
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,949

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% 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-Occupied87.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,919
17% below US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Ninnekah, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death10,562/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities133
Ninnekah has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 292 per 100,000 (85% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Ninnekah 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 Property292.1/100K
85% below US avg
Burglary194.7/100K
Theft97.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Ninnekah has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,156 ft (352 m)
Area10.2 sq mi (26.4 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates34.9640°N, 97.9447°W
County FIPS40137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density93/sq mi
Total Area10.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants77
Retail Stores187

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home5.4%

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