Oklahoma
Paden is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 422. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Based on current data, Paden receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Paden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Paden is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Paden is $77,200, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Paden 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,750 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,788 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $798 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,997 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 222 |
| County GDP | $304M |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 34 |
| Retail | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,950 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.53% |
| Commute Time | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
| Census Median | $77,200 |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $199,849 |
| Census Median Rent | $788 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,950 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.53% |
| Obesity | 45.0% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.7% |
| Asthma | 13.5% |
| COPD | 10.6% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.5% |
| Depression | 28.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 16,294/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 34.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 999 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 959/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5084°N, 96.5671°W |
| County FIPS | 40107 |
Winner: Republican by 55.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.8% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 959/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Retail Stores | 30 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |