Median Income
$37,778
50% lower than US avg
Home Value
$84,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
23.4%
89% higher than US avg
How Oil Trough Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population281
Median Age19.5 yrs
Density1,222/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Economy
C+
Median Income$37,778
Per Capita$17,499
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.4%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$84,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden40.0%
Health
Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation237 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+91.2%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute20 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1
Is Oil Trough a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oil Trough receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Oil Trough offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Oil Trough is $37,778, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oil Trough is $84,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Oil Trough enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Oil Trough has a population of 281 with a density of 1,222 people per square mile. The median age is 19.5 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.1%), with 7.5% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.
Population
19.5yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Oil Trough 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
Oil Trough vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Oil Trough is $37,778, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Oil Trough vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $37,778 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,499 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $935 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,486 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 23.4% |
| 89% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 958 |
| County GDP | $2,636M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 107 |
| Retail | 152 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,581 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.1 min |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
The median home value in Oil Trough is $84,000, 70% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,000 |
| 70% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,581 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.07% |
In Oil Trough, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oil Trough vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.9% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.8% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.6% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,068/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
Crime Rates: Oil Trough vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Oil Trough has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.2 inches |
| 35% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 237 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,222/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6292°N, 91.4612°W |
| County FIPS | 05063 |