Pawhuska, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Pawhuska is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 2,984. Residents earn $48,625 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,984 Population 809/sq mi density
$48,625 Median Income $25,503 per capita
$107,900 Home Value $107,674 Zillow
$541 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
382 Violent Crime/100K 2,704 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$48,625 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,900 home value, $541/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
382 violent crimes/100K (1% above avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,625
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,900
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 382/100K
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $541
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.3%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,984
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density809/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,625
Per Capita$25,503
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$1,343M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,900
Rent$541
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$107,674

Crime

F
Violent382/100K
Property2,704/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault328/100K
Burglary1,011/100K

Health

Obesity48.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation813 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute16 min
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Pawhuska a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pawhuska receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Pawhuska offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pawhuska is $48,625, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pawhuska is $107,900, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $541 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 382 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,704 per 100,000, 38% above the national average.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pawhuska enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Pawhuska has a population of 2,984 with a density of 809 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.5%), with 37.4% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

2,984
Total Population
809
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pawhuska vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pawhuska vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pawhuska is $48,625, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Pawhuska vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,625
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,503
Avg Weekly Wage$978
IRS Avg AGI$64,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)560
County GDP$1,343M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare51
Retail105
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,395
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Pawhuska is $107,900, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $541 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $107,674.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,900
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$107,674
Median List Price$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$275,000
$/Sq Ft$114
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio105.0%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$541
53% 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-Occupied65.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,395
3% below US avg
Effective Rate3.15%
In Pawhuska, 48.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.3%
50% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma13.3%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.2%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death10,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access40.8%
Healthcare Facilities51
Pawhuska has a violent crime rate of 382 per 100,000 residents, 1% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,704 per 100,000 (38% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent382.4/100K
1% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape54.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault327.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,704.2/100K
38% above US avg
Burglary1,010.7/100K
Theft1,502.3/100K
Vehicle Theft191.2/100K
Arson54.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pawhuska has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation813 ft (248 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density809/sq mi
Coordinates36.6691°N, 96.3312°W
County FIPS40113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 41.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density809/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants46
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Work from Home2.4%

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