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Oketo, KS

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Oketo is a small town in Kansas with a population of 105. Residents earn $73,534 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
105 Population 1,050/sq mi density
$73,534 Median Income $48,689 per capita
$136,500 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$73,534 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,500 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,534
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,500
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population105
Median Age62.2 yrs
Density1,050/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,534
Per Capita$48,689
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$704M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units84
Rent Burden29.6%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking18.4%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,269 ft (387 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute13 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries6

Is Oketo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oketo receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Oketo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oketo is $73,534, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oketo is $136,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Oketo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Oketo has a population of 105 with a density of 1,050 people per square mile. The median age is 62.2 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%).

Population

105
Total Population
1,050
People / sq mi
62.2yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 76.2%
Female 23.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Oketo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oketo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oketo is $73,534, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Oketo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,534
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,689
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$68,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)413
County GDP$704M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare40
Retail59
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,167
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oketo is $136,500, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,500
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.4%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,167
10% below US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Oketo, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits60.3%
Premature Death8,485/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities40
Oketo has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,269 ft (387 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,050/sq mi
Coordinates39.9632°N, 96.5990°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.4%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,050/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants24
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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