Prague, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Prague is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,999. Residents earn $46,944 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,999 Population 613/sq mi density
$46,944 Median Income $27,477 per capita
$115,600 Home Value $178,866 Zillow
$749 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
537 Violent Crime/100K 3,017 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$46,944 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,600 home value, $749/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
537 violent crimes/100K (41% above avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,944
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,600
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 537/100K
41% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $749
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.0%
126% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,999
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density613/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,944
Per Capita$27,477
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty28.0%
County GDP$999M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,600
Rent$749
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,866

Crime

F
Violent537/100K
Property3,017/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault537/100K
Burglary785/100K

Health

Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,018 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+86.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute23 min
Libraries5

Is Prague a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prague receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Prague has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prague is $46,944, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 28.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prague is $115,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $749 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 537 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,017 per 100,000, 54% above the national average.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Prague enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Prague has a population of 1,999 with a density of 613 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 12% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

1,999
Total Population
613
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Prague vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prague vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prague is $46,944, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Prague vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,944
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,477
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$60,149

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above US avg
Establishments (County)731
County GDP$999M

Business (County)

Restaurants52
Healthcare48
Retail79
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,288
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Prague is $115,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $749 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,866.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,600
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,866
Median List Price$115,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$115,000
$/Sq Ft$67
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops30.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$749
36% 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-Occupied62.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,288
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Prague, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death10,343/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access52.8%
Healthcare Facilities48
Prague has a violent crime rate of 537 per 100,000 residents, 41% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,017 per 100,000 (54% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent537.2/100K
41% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault537.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,016.5/100K
54% above US avg
Burglary785.1/100K
Theft1,776.9/100K
Vehicle Theft454.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Prague has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,018 ft (310 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density613/sq mi
Coordinates35.4968°N, 96.6999°W
County FIPS40081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+86.8%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density613/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants52
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home11.9%

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