Oklahoma
Seminole is a small city in Oklahoma with a population of 7,161. Residents earn $37,267 per year, which is 50% below the national average.
Based on current data, Seminole receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Seminole has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Seminole is $37,267, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 29.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Seminole is $86,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $724 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 693 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,079 per 100,000, 108% above the national average.
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Seminole enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,267 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,048 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $903 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,010 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 29.6% |
| 139% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 504 |
| County GDP | $978M |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 46 |
| Retail | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,400 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.77% |
| Commute Time | 16.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
| Census Median | $86,500 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $121,786 |
| Census Median Rent | $724 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $673 |
| 1 Bedroom | $734 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $937 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,256 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,368 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,400 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.77% |
| Obesity | 47.2% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.1% |
| Heart Disease | 8.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.8% |
| Asthma | 13.5% |
| COPD | 11.7% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.6% |
| Depression | 29.8% |
| Mental Distress | 23.0% |
| Physical Distress | 18.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 75.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 16,302/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
| Total Violent | 693.2/100K |
| 82% above US avg | |
| Murder | 13.3/100K |
| 112% above US avg | |
| Rape | 26.7/100K |
| Robbery | 13.3/100K |
| Assault | 639.8/100K |
| Total Property | 4,078.9/100K |
| 108% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 919.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,825.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 333.2/100K |
| Arson | 13.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 43.2 inches |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 936 ft (285 m) |
| Area | 14.2 sq mi (36.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 506/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2348°N, 96.6493°W |
| County FIPS | 40133 |
Winner: Republican by 49.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.8% |
| 62% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.44 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 506/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Retail Stores | 61 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 16.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |