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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 91.7% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.3% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,278 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,789 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $815 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $44,121 |
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.5% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 355 |
| County GDP | $593M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 57 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,870 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.24% |
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
| Census Median | $151,100 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $678 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 13.8% |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,870 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.24% |
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.4% |
| Asthma | 13.4% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.5% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 77.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 16,046/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 15.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,330 ft (405 m) |
| Area | 15.3 sq mi (39.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7903°N, 94.7713°W |
| County FIPS | 40001 |
Winner: Republican by 63 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.2% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Total Area | 15.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 54.5% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 57 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 25.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |