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Okarche, OK

Oklahoma · Canadian County · Oklahoma City Metro

Okarche is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,270. Residents earn $87,250 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,270 Population 577/sq mi density
$87,250 Median Income $47,079 per capita
$232,300 Home Value $249,443 Zillow
$777 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$87,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$232,300 home value, $777/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $87,250
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $232,300
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.5%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $777
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,270
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density577/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,250
Per Capita$47,079
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$8,255M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$232,300
Rent$777
Ownership82.7%
Zillow$249,443
Housing Units487
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,036/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary74/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking14.4%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.5%
High School+88.6%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score5.71

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Broadband92.7%
EV Stations5
Libraries4

Is Okarche a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Okarche receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Okarche offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Okarche is $87,250, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Okarche is $232,300, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $777 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Okarche 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 1,036 per 100,000, 47% below the national average.

Education

29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Okarche enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Okarche has a population of 1,270 with a density of 577 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 4.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.3% of residents. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 21.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,270
Total Population
577
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Okarche vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Okarche vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Okarche is $87,250, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,079 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $953, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,086 business establishments, including 260 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Okarche vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,250
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,079
Avg Weekly Wage$953
IRS Avg AGI$79,307
Gini Index0.383 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,086
County GDP$8,255M

Business (County)

Restaurants260
Healthcare313
Retail328
Manufacturing78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,742
7% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Okarche is $232,300, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,443. Monthly rent averages $777 (33% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $791 for a one-bedroom to $995 for a two-bedroom apartment. 82.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 487 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $3,742. 27.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,300
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,443

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$777
33% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.7%
Owner-Occupied82.7%
Renter-Occupied17.3%
Housing Units487
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,742
7% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Okarche, 36.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 33.7% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 17.6% report binge drinking. 27.6% are physically inactive. 25.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,888. The dentist ratio is 1:2,416. 73.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,888
Dentists1:2,416
Mental Health1:495
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death7,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access73.2%
Healthcare Facilities313
Okarche has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,036 per 100,000, 47% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 888, burglary at 74, vehicle theft at 74 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Okarche receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Okarche 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 Property1,036.3/100K
47% below US avg
Burglary74.0/100K
Theft888.2/100K
Vehicle Theft74.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Okarche enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 1,240 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density577/sq mi
Coordinates35.7249°N, 97.9757°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCanadian County County
Nearest AirportWill Rogers World (OKC)
31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (May) 5.04"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.06"

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0494 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score83.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience62.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

6,842 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

Sep 3, 2016 14 km NW of Pawnee, Oklahoma M5.8 122 km
Feb 13, 2016 18 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma M5.1 108 km
Feb 3, 2024 8 km NW of Prague, Oklahoma M5.1 112 km
Jan 7, 2016 16 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma M4.7 109 km
Apr 7, 2018 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma M4.6 75 km
Apr 9, 2018 8 km NNE of Marshall, Oklahoma M4.6 66 km
Dec 7, 2013 8 km SW of Arcadia, Oklahoma M4.5 55 km
Jan 31, 2022 7 km NW of Medford, Oklahoma M4.5 126 km
Jul 27, 2015 4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma M4.5 47 km
Jul 9, 2016 17 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma M4.4 108 km
Jan 7, 2016 17 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma M4.4 108 km
Aug 19, 2014 12 km SSW of Guthrie, Oklahoma M4.4 46 km
Jul 20, 2015 7 km SSE of Byron, Oklahoma M4.4 127 km
Jun 9, 2018 8 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma M4.4 116 km
May 17, 2019 8 km E of Pond Creek, Oklahoma M4.4 108 km
Jan 7, 2016 16 km SE of Waynoka, Oklahoma M4.4 109 km
Apr 16, 2013 Oklahoma M4.4 80 km
Jun 16, 2014 7 km NNE of Lake Aluma, Oklahoma M4.3 54 km
Sep 8, 2017 9 km ESE of Jefferson, Oklahoma M4.3 112 km
Jul 29, 2014 9 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma M4.3 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

983 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 111 fatalities, 2,108 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 20, 2013 EF5 58 km 24
May 24, 2011 EF5 42 km 9
May 3, 1999 EF5 67 km 36
May 19, 2013 EF4 81 km 2
May 24, 2011 EF4 97 km 0
May 24, 2011 EF4 80 km 1
May 10, 2010 EF4 78 km 1
May 10, 2010 EF4 65 km 2
May 8, 2003 EF4 60 km 0
May 3, 1999 EF4 23 km 1
May 3, 1999 EF4 32 km 2
Apr 26, 1991 EF4 87 km 0
May 22, 1981 EF4 57 km 0
May 2, 1979 EF4 87 km 1
Apr 30, 1978 EF4 26 km 0
May 24, 1973 EF4 36 km 2
Jun 10, 1967 EF4 32 km 0
Mar 16, 1965 EF4 98 km 0
May 1, 1954 EF4 66 km 0
Nov 3, 2024 EF3 63 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RHEA (277,949 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 RHEA 277,949 98 km
2009 PUTNAM 42,995 91 km
2022 720 FIRE 8,761 53 km
2009 MULHALL-PAYNE COUNTY 8,186 73 km
2012 NOBLE 7,037 92 km
2009 LINDSAY 6,195 92 km
2015 UNNAMED 5,975 80 km
2012 NINNEKAH 5,438 89 km
2009 CLEO 5,063 93 km
2020 YOLO RANCH FIRE 4,173 76 km
2014 GUTHRIE 3,014 55 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,001 78 km
2006 STRONG 2,509 36 km
2006 CASHION COMPLEX 2,482 43 km
2011 63RD STREET 2,294 55 km
2023 SIMPSON FIRE 2,269 51 km
2009 CHOCTAW 2,224 68 km
2022 CIMARRON FIRE 2,155 64 km
2014 270 2,088 94 km
2012 LUTHER FIRE 1,983 71 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
April 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
May 69°F (20°C) 5.0 in Wettest
June 78°F (25°C) 4.3 in
July 84°F (29°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 2.7 in
September 74°F (23°C) 3.7 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
December 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in

Okarche has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 37°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.1").

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Okarche is located in Canadian County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 29.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.2% of the vote, a 40.4-point margin. 92.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 313 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.5%
12% below US avg
High School+88.6%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score5.71
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density577/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi
CountyCanadian County County

Services

Broadband Access92.7%
Avg Download Speed83.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed13.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities313
Restaurants260
Retail Stores328

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%
Average costs for common services in Okarche. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $220 ($132–$351)
Specialist Visit $307 ($176–$483)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88–$307)
Emergency Room Visit $1,932 ($702–$4,390)
Dental Cleaning $114 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling $220 ($132–$351)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$105)
Brake Pad Replacement $263 ($132–$439)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $527 ($351–$878)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88–$307)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair $351 ($132–$702)
HVAC System Install $6,146 ($3,512–$10,536)
Roof Repair $878 ($351–$1,756)
Roof Replacement $7,902 ($4,829–$13,170)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,317 ($439–$3,073)
Divorce (Contested) $13,170 ($4,390–$26,340)
DUI Defense $4,390 ($1,756–$8,780)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,317 ($702–$2,634)
Will Preparation $439 ($176–$878)
Trust Preparation $2,195 ($878–$4,390)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66–$220)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($44–$114)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.60 ($2.63–$4.83)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.07 ($2.20–$4.39)
Loaf of Bread $3.34 ($2.20–$4.83)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.95 ($2.63–$5.71)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.83 ($3.51–$6.59)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53–$1.58)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($70–$220)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$105)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$132)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66–$439)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,756 ($1,054–$3,073)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$114)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.02–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26–$220)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$66)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,054 ($527–$2,195)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $878 ($439–$1,756)
After-School Care (Monthly) $351 ($176–$615)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $878 ($351–$2,195)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,975 ($4,390–$26,340)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $263 ($132–$439)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88–$351)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$999
Toddler$865
Preschool$865
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$725
Toddler$666
Preschool$666
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Canadian County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 5,396 270 $20,240 1.51
Retail Trade 5,129 329 $33,554 1.30
Manufacturing 4,095 126 $58,245 1.27
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,735 374 $46,503 0.66
Construction 2,031 491 $57,014 0.98
Administrative & Waste Services 1,719 309 $48,036 0.74
Mining & Oil/Gas 1,638 119 $105,834 10.99
Professional & Technical Services 1,425 614 $69,406 0.52
Transportation & Warehousing 1,071 162 $74,919 0.64
Wholesale Trade 1,063 271 $73,560 0.68
Finance & Insurance 1,009 287 $76,513 0.63
Arts & Entertainment 984 49 $30,518 1.49
Other Services 910 213 $40,127 0.77
Real Estate 643 184 $59,410 1.05
Educational Services 220 47 $28,580 0.27
Information & Technology 196 98 $72,408 0.27
Utilities 184 14 $109,188 1.23
Agriculture & Forestry 132 23 $52,244 0.41
Management of Companies 111 16 $66,792 0.17

Schools in Okarche

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
OKARCHE ES Elementary 233 19 12.3:1
OKARCHE JHS Middle 113 8 14.1:1
OKARCHE HS High 87 9 9.7:1
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Radio Stations near Okarche

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
94.7 The Brew rock AAC
News Radio 1000 KTOK news, talk AAC
2 Love Radio ballads, hits MP3 128 kbps
96.1 KXY country AAC
101.9 The Twister country AAC
1Dance.fm — MP3 128 kbps
Rock 100.5 The KATT rock AAC+ 48 kbps
930 AM WKY ESPN Deportes — AAC+ 48 kbps
KJ103 pop, top 40 AAC
KTLR Community Talk AM 890 talk MP3
Heart & Soul 92.1 & 1140 urban contemporary MP3

National Parks Near Okarche

8 national parks and monuments found near Okarche.

ParkTypeFee
Crowder Lake State Park State Park Free
Fort Cobb State Park State Park Free
Glass Mountains State Park State Park Free
Great Plains State Park State Park Free
Lake Thunderbird State Park State Park Free
Little Sahara State Park State Park Free
Oklahoma City National Memorial National Memorial $18
Roman Nose State Resort Park State Park Free

Museums in Okarche

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHISHOLM TRAIL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM4053755176$199,714
HISTORIC FORT RENOHISTORIC PRESERVATION4052623987$70,831
CANADIAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4052625121
CHISHOLM TRAIL HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
PIEDMONT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION101 MONROE AVE NW4053731424
SEAY MANSION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4053757152
YUKON HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM & ART CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
YUKON'S BEST RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Okarche

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KINGFISHER MEMORIAL LIBRARY505 WEST WILL ROGERS DR.0.053,727
EL RENO CARNEGIE LIBRARY215 E WADE0.040,364
PIEDMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY1129 STOUT STREET NW0.014,331

Farmers Markets in Okarche

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
El Reno Farmers Market100 South Choctaw Ave.06/15/2013 to 09/28/2013Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Okarche

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eischen's Bar
Tower Cafe

Breweries in Okarche

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tavern Thebreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, recreation, food and drink, drinking428 W Main St

Pharmacies in Okarche

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
KRITTENBRINK PHARMACY 315 KANSAS AVE 405-263-4433

Cell Towers in Okarche

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
519 122ND NORTHEAST (60765)GTOWER152
0.5 MILE WEST OF N2850 ROAD ON E0740 ROAD (3 MILES SOUTH OF DOVER) (8908)GTOWER107
(Okarche) INTERSECTION OF HWY 81 & HWY 3GTOWER98
Off Starlite Road (74578)GTOWER93
1/4 Mile W of Intersection 192nd St. & Manning Road (60690)LTOWER61
3 MI W OF US 270 & SH 66 (60636)LTOWER59
300 Edmond Rd., NW (60706)MTOWER39
1862 N.4th Street (119625)MTOWER37

Fire Stations in Okarche

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Okarche Fire Department103 Oklahoma AVEVolunteer405-263-7295

Bridges in Okarche

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1970216,800G
CulvertConcrete1939216,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19702264,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19702264,200G
CulvertConcrete1928213,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19703163,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19703163,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19972183,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19971423,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19971983,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19931982,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19931422,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19932182,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20021012,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20021011,700G
CulvertConcrete1950231,000G
CulvertConcrete1945471,000F
CulvertConcrete193843994F
CulvertConcrete194032994G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1965181685F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200350685F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202141400G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2018165279G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2009105279F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197236260F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200124175F
CulvertConcrete196123170F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200123150F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201550100G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete202250100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202249100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2023310100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201940100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201940100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201835100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201623100P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2016120100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201369100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200230100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200430100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200430100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200930100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2014111100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201141100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201141100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198630100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198730100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198725100P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199660100F
CulvertConcrete199146100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198723100F
CulvertConcrete198732100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1989112100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198741100F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete1987135100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1987140100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20003096F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19826096F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19848675F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19886875G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19834075F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201913075G
CulvertConcrete19282275G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19843160F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete20054950F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete198812350F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20072550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20123550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20052050F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19813050F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19804050F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19993050F
Arch (Deck)Concrete19214431F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20214225F
CulvertConcrete19502125G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20102825F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20103025F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19889425F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20083025F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20083525F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete20054025F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20022725F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete19929124F
CulvertConcrete19602124F

Airports Near Okarche

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
OKC Will Rogers World AirportOKCLarge Airport
Tinker Air Force BaseTIKMedium Airport
Vance Air Force BaseENDMedium Airport
1904 Private Runway Airport—Small Airport
5B Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Anadarko Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Baker Airstrip—Small Airport
Bison Hill Airport—Small Airport
Black I Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Bluebird Airport—Small Airport
Bost Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Broken B Airport—Small Airport
Canadian River Corrientes Airport—Small Airport
Carnegie Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cedar & Sky Fly in Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Cedar & Sky Fly in Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Chappell Airport—Small Airport
Chickasha Municipal AirportCHKSmall Airport
Christman Airfield—Small Airport
Chuck's Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Clarence E Page Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cole Landing Area Airport—Small Airport
Dave's Place Airport—Small Airport
David Jay Perry Airport—Small Airport
Decker Field—Small Airport
Dick's Airport—Small Airport
Drifting G Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Eagle Chief Airport—Small Airport
El Reno Regional AirportRQOSmall Airport
Ellis/Harvey Airport—Small Airport
Enid Woodring Regional AirportWDGSmall Airport
Enix Boys Airport—Small Airport
Entz Arts Airport—Small Airport
Entz Home Airport—Small Airport
Entz Oliver Airport—Small Airport
Fairmont Field Airport—Small Airport
Fairview Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Flying D Airport—Small Airport
GK Edwards Airport—Small Airport
Good Life Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Green Valley Farms Airport—Small Airport
Gregg Airport—Small Airport
Guthrie-Edmond Regional AirportGOKSmall Airport
Harman Airport—Small Airport
Haymaker Airport—Small Airport
Haymaker Private Airport—Small Airport
Higley Field—Small Airport
Hinton Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Jerome Airport—Small Airport
Jirik Field—Small Airport

Police Stations in Okarche

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
100 South Ranchwood Boulevard
El Reno Police Department
Okarche Police Department

Grocery Stores in Okarche

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CASEY'S 4648Convenience Store401 S Main

Treatment Centers in Okarche

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Red Rock Behavioral Health ServicesSubstance Abuse405-776-0500

DOL Wage Violations in Okarche

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $16,377 in back wages owed to 26 employees.

2
Violations
$16,377
Back Wages Owed
26
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Center of Family Love — — 73762 — 2 $9,291 $422 22
Frontier Bridge Inc — — 73762 — 2 $7,086 $1,771 4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Okarche

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS504 N 3RD ST
FAITH WALKERS UNITED CORPORATIONRR 3 BOX 30
GREAT PLAINS EMMAUS INC12910 N RADIO RD
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC CHURCHPO BOX 185
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH408 COLORADO AVE
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL201 S 5TH ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Okarche

What is the population of Okarche?

Okarche has a population of 1,270 residents and is located in Oklahoma. The population density is 577 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.2 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Okarche expensive to live in?

Okarche is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $87,250, 16% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $232,300 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $777 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Okarche safe?

Okarche is considered a very safe city 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 1,036 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Okarche receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Okarche?

Okarche enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 45.

How is the job market in Okarche?

The job market in Okarche is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $953. There are 4,086 business establishments in the area, including 260 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 0.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Okarche?

The median home value in Okarche is $232,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,443. For renters, the median monthly rent is $777. Fair market rent is $791 for a 1-bedroom and $995 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 82.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,742.

How are the schools in Okarche?

Schools in Okarche score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.5% of adults in Okarche hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Okarche?

The obesity rate in Okarche is 36.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 27.6% are physically inactive. 25.6% of residents report depression. 8.4% lack health insurance. 73.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,888.

What is transportation like in Okarche?

The average commute in Okarche is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Okarche?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Okarche is 89.2% White, 4.8% Hispanic or Latino. 97.3% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 21.8% of residents have a disability. 96.2% have health insurance coverage.

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