Oklahoma
Okeene is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,218. Residents earn $49,650 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Okeene receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Okeene offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Okeene is $49,650, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Okeene is $104,300, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $872 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Okeene enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 85.0% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.0% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,650 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,107 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $969 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,985 |
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.5% |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 250 |
| County GDP | $633M |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,685 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.62% |
| Commute Time | 14.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
| Census Median | $104,300 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $114,677 |
| Census Median Rent | $872 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,685 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.62% |
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.1% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.8% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,913/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 61.0°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 30.6 inches |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 10.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,218 ft (371 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 539/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1171°N, 98.3167°W |
| County FIPS | 40093 |
Winner: Republican by 79.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.6% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 539/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Retail Stores | 35 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 14.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |