Rocky Mountain, OK

Oklahoma

Rocky Mountain is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 552. Residents earn $50,278 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
552 Population 36/sq mi density
$50,278 Median Income $24,789 per capita
$151,100 Home Value
$678 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$50,278 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,100 home value, $678/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,278
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,100
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $678
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population552
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 26%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,278
Per Capita$24,789
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$593M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,100
Rent$678
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden13.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,330 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+87.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute26 min
Broadband54.5%
Libraries2

Is Rocky Mountain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rocky Mountain receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Rocky Mountain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rocky Mountain is $50,278, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rocky Mountain is $151,100, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $678 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rocky Mountain enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Rocky Mountain has a population of 552 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (72.3%), with 26.1% White.

Population

552
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
15.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rocky Mountain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rocky Mountain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rocky Mountain is $50,278, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Rocky Mountain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,278
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,789
Avg Weekly Wage$815
IRS Avg AGI$44,121

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)355
County GDP$593M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare17
Retail57
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,870
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rocky Mountain is $151,100, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $678 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,100
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$678
42% below US avg
Rent Burden13.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,870
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Rocky Mountain, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 35.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rocky Mountain vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma13.4%
COPD8.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity35.5%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.8%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death16,046/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access15.8%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Rocky Mountain has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,330 ft (405 m)
Area15.3 sq mi (39.5 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates35.7903°N, 94.7713°W
County FIPS40001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63-point margin. 54.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 63 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area15.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.5%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants25
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

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