Home Value
$141,300
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.9%
4% lower than US avg
How Oak Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population70
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density25/mi²
Male / Female83% / 17%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.4%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,511
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,309M
Commute31 min
Housing
Home Value$141,300
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units172
Rent Burden25.0%
Health
Obesity35.2%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking21.1%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,321 ft (403 m)
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute31 min
Broadband72.4%
Libraries4
Is Oak Grove a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oak Grove receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Oak Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oak Grove is $141,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Oak Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Oak Grove has a population of 70 with a density of 25 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Oak Grove vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Oak Grove vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Oak Grove is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Oak Grove vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $35,511 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $775 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,460 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 803 |
| County GDP | $1,309M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 156 |
| Healthcare | 55 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,695 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 95.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Oak Grove is $141,300, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $141,300 |
| 50% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $688 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Housing Units | 172 |
| Median Year Built | 1975 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,695 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.91% |
In Oak Grove, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oak Grove vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.2% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.5% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Cancer | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 21.1% |
| 51% above US avg |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.3% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Short Sleep | 38.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.7% |
| Uninsured | 12.2% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Dental Visits | 58.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,688/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 55 |
Oak Grove has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.5 inches |
| 17% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,321 ft (403 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4640°N, 93.4301°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 05015 |