Oilton, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Oilton is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 847. Residents earn $30,577 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
847 Population 750/sq mi density
$30,577 Median Income $19,097 per capita
$57,000 Home Value $86,038 Zillow
$688 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$30,577 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,000 home value, $688/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,577
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,000
80% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.7%
156% higher than US avg

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

People

Population847
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density750/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,577
Per Capita$19,097
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty31.7%
County GDP$457M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,000
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$86,038

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,675/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary788/100K

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation792 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Libraries2

Is Oilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oilton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Oilton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oilton is $30,577, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 31.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oilton is $57,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Oilton 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 1,675 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Oilton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Oilton has a population of 847 with a density of 750 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 11.8% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

847
Total Population
750
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Oilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oilton is $30,577, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Oilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,577
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,097
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$55,128

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.7%
156% above US avg
Establishments (County)358
County GDP$457M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare36
Retail40
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Oilton is $57,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $86,038.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,000
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$86,038

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$81
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio105.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% 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-Occupied61.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Rate4.20%
In Oilton, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 36.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma12.6%
COPD10.5%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity36.2%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death13,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.5%
Healthcare Facilities36
Oilton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,675 per 100,000 (15% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Oilton 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 Property1,674.9/100K
15% below US avg
Burglary788.2/100K
Theft689.7/100K
Vehicle Theft197.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Oilton has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation792 ft (241 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density750/sq mi
Coordinates36.0827°N, 96.5814°W
County FIPS40117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density750/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants25
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home9.5%

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