Prue, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Prue is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 357. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
357 Population 776/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $23,020 per capita
$96,700 Home Value
$650 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,700 home value, $650/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density776/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$23,020
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$457M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,700
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation817 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+82.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute34 min
Libraries2

Is Prue a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prue receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Prue offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prue is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prue is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Prue 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. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Prue has a population of 357 with a density of 776 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.1%), with 24.9% Hispanic.

Population

357
Total Population
776
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Prue vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prue vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prue is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Prue vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,020
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$55,128

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)358
County GDP$457M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare36
Retail40
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.9 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Prue is $96,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% 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-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.48%
In Prue, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.1%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death13,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.5%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Prue has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density776/sq mi
Coordinates36.2494°N, 96.2665°W
County FIPS40117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+82.5%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density776/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants25
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.9 min
Work from Home4.1%

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