Paoli, OK

Oklahoma

Paoli is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 650. Residents earn $59,250 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
650 Population 1,757/sq mi density
$59,250 Median Income $22,338 per capita
$82,100 Home Value $136,271 Zillow
$883 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$59,250 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,100 home value, $883/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,250
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,100
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population650
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density1,757/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,250
Per Capita$22,338
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$2,031M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,100
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,271

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Elevation956 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Paoli a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paoli receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Paoli offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paoli is $59,250, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paoli is $82,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Paoli enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Paoli has a population of 650 with a density of 1,757 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.2%), with 19.2% Hispanic.

Population

650
Total Population
1,757
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Paoli vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paoli vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paoli is $59,250, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Paoli vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,250
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,338
Avg Weekly Wage$1,081
IRS Avg AGI$60,899

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)860
County GDP$2,031M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare73
Retail114
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,084
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Paoli is $82,100, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,271.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,100
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,271

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% 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

Owner-Occupied67.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,084
40% below US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Paoli, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death14,332/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access39.9%
Healthcare Facilities73

Crime Rates: Paoli vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Paoli has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation956 ft (291 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,757/sq mi
Coordinates34.8270°N, 97.2623°W
County FIPS40049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 66.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,757/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants61
Retail Stores114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home1.1%

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