Oklahoma
Sentinel is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 930. Residents earn $105,000 per year, which is 40% above the national average.
Based on current data, Sentinel receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sentinel stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Sentinel is $105,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Sentinel among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Sentinel is $108,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Sentinel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 91.4% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.6% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $105,000 |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $61,618 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,041 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,083 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 777 |
| County GDP | $1,261M |
| Restaurants | 69 |
| Healthcare | 81 |
| Retail | 127 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,513 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.23% |
| Commute Time | 18.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |
| Census Median | $108,700 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $85,777 |
| Census Median Rent | $700 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,513 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.23% |
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.0% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,753/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 23.9 inches |
| 37% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,664 ft (507 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,500/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1570°N, 99.1735°W |
| County FIPS | 40009 |
Winner: Republican by 70.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 42.3% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,500/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
| Restaurants | 69 |
| Retail Stores | 127 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 18.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |