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Ringwood, OK

Oklahoma

Ringwood is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 504. Residents earn $43,281 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
504 Population 607/sq mi density
$43,281 Median Income $21,838 per capita
$89,400 Home Value $214,673 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$43,281 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,400 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,281
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,400
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population504
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density607/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,281
Per Capita$21,838
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$633M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,400
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,673
Housing Units210
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity43.5%
Uninsured19.6%
Smoking14.4%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,317 ft (401 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+58.0%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 9%
Commute32 min
Broadband92.8%
Libraries1

Is Ringwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ringwood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Ringwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ringwood is $43,281, 42% 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 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ringwood is $89,400, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ringwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Ringwood has a population of 504 with a density of 607 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

504
Total Population
607
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ringwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only47.4%
40% below US avg
Spanish52.6%
293% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ringwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ringwood is $43,281, which is 42% 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 32 minutes.

Income: Ringwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,281
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,838
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$62,985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)250
County GDP$633M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare16
Retail35
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,685
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ringwood is $89,400, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,673.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,400
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,673

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.6%
Housing Units210
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,685
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.88%
In Ringwood, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 35.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.9%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity35.8%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.1%
Uninsured19.6%
128% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits56.9%
Premature Death10,913/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access38.4%
Healthcare Facilities16
Ringwood has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,317 ft (401 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density607/sq mi
Coordinates36.3836°N, 98.2400°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS40093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79.4-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.8%
D 9.4%

Winner: Republican by 79.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+58.0%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density607/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants11
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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