Peggs, OK

Oklahoma

Peggs is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 949. Residents earn $40,859 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
949 Population 62/sq mi density
$40,859 Median Income $21,917 per capita
$67,500 Home Value $212,255 Zillow
$536 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$40,859 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,500 home value, $536/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,859
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $536
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population949
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density62/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,859
Per Capita$21,917
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$2,700M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,500
Rent$536
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,255

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation984 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+83.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Peggs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peggs receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Peggs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peggs is $40,859, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peggs is $67,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $536 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Peggs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Peggs has a population of 949 with a density of 62 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.1%), with 29.1% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

949
Total Population
62
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
15.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Peggs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peggs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peggs is $40,859, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Peggs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,859
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,917
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$59,137

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,025
County GDP$2,700M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare65
Retail138
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,610
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home25.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Peggs is $67,500, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $536 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,255.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,500
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,255

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$173
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$536
54% 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-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,610
25% below US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In Peggs, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma13.3%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.1%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death12,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access41.3%
Healthcare Facilities65

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Peggs has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Area15.3 sq mi (39.7 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates36.0673°N, 95.0718°W
County FIPS40097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.8%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 57.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density62/sq mi
Total Area15.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants90
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Work from Home25.1%

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