Seiling, OK

Oklahoma

Seiling is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 863. Residents earn $54,318 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
863 Population 725/sq mi density
$54,318 Median Income $28,110 per capita
$163,400 Home Value $140,356 Zillow
$1,063 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,318 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,400 home value, $1,063/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,318
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,400
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population863
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density725/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,318
Per Capita$28,110
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$633M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,400
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$140,356

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,209/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary698/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Elevation1,760 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 9%
Commute15 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Seiling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seiling receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Seiling offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seiling is $54,318, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seiling is $163,400, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Seiling 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 2,209 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Seiling enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Seiling has a population of 863 with a density of 725 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 17.3% Hispanic.

Population

863
Total Population
725
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.5%
Female 61.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Seiling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Seiling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seiling is $54,318, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Seiling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,318
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,110
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$62,985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below 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 Rate1.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Seiling is $163,400, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,356.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,400
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$140,356

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% 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-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,685
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.03%
In Seiling, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death10,913/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access38.4%
Healthcare Facilities16
Seiling has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,209 per 100,000 (13% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Seiling 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 Property2,209.3/100K
13% above US avg
Burglary697.7/100K
Theft1,511.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Seiling has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,760 ft (536 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density725/sq mi
Coordinates36.1447°N, 98.9254°W
County FIPS40093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.8%
D 9.4%

Winner: Republican by 79.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density725/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants11
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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