Rush Springs, OK

Oklahoma

Rush Springs is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,230. Residents earn $42,198 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,230 Population 1,060/sq mi density
$42,198 Median Income $21,294 per capita
$80,300 Home Value $161,631 Zillow
$698 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$42,198 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,300 home value, $698/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,198
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,300
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $698
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,230
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density1,060/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,198
Per Capita$21,294
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty20.6%
County GDP$2,927M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,300
Rent$698
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,631

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property157/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Elevation1,295 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute20 min
Libraries3

Is Rush Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rush Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rush Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rush Springs is $42,198, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rush Springs is $80,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $698 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Rush Springs is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 157 per 100,000, 92% below the national average.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rush Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Rush Springs has a population of 1,230 with a density of 1,060 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 13.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,230
Total Population
1,060
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rush Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rush Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rush Springs is $42,198, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Rush Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,198
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,294
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,927M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare133
Retail187
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,919
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rush Springs is $80,300, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $698 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,631.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,300
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$161,631
Median List Price$160,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$160,000
$/Sq Ft$118
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.7%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$698
40% 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-Occupied62.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,919
17% below US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In Rush Springs, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rush Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.8%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death10,562/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities133
Rush Springs has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 157 per 100,000 (92% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property157.1/100K
92% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft157.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Rush Springs has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,295 ft (395 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density1,060/sq mi
Coordinates34.7789°N, 97.9573°W
County FIPS40137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,060/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants77
Retail Stores187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home4.3%

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