Median Income
$39,904
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$67,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$988
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.9%
12% higher than US avg
How Okay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population444
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density562/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Economy
B
Median Income$39,904
Per Capita$22,251
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$1,998M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$67,500
Rent$988
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,197
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation572 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+79.8%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute21 min
Libraries2
Is Okay a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Okay receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Okay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Okay is $39,904, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 13.9% 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 Okay is $67,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Okay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Okay has a population of 444 with a density of 562 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.8%), with 37.4% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.
Population
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
The median household income in Okay is $39,904, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,904 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,251 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,058 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,764 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,140 |
| County GDP | $1,998M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Healthcare | 90 |
| Retail | 122 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,521 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.22% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Okay is $67,500, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $988 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,197.
Home Values
| Census Median | $67,500 |
| 76% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $157,197 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $988 |
| 15% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,521 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.22% |
In Okay, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Okay vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.9% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.8% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 9.5% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.6% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 77.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,869/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 90 |
Crime Rates: Okay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Okay has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.5°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.2 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 572 ft (174 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 562/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8650°N, 95.3077°W |
| County FIPS | 40145 |