Stringtown, OK

Oklahoma

Stringtown is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 440. Residents earn $52,857 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
440 Population 82/sq mi density
$52,857 Median Income $24,773 per capita
$81,500 Home Value $225,565 Zillow
$821 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$52,857 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,500 home value, $821/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 $52,857
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,500
71% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $821
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population440
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,857
Per Capita$24,773
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$485M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,500
Rent$821
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,565

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,253/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Elevation679 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute22 min
Libraries1

Is Stringtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stringtown receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Stringtown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stringtown is $52,857, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stringtown is $81,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Stringtown 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 1,253 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Stringtown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Stringtown has a population of 440 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.6%), with 26.4% Hispanic, 8% Black.

Population

440
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Stringtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stringtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stringtown is $52,857, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Stringtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,857
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,773
Avg Weekly Wage$775
IRS Avg AGI$51,056

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)334
County GDP$485M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare23
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Stringtown is $81,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,565.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,500
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,565

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% 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-Occupied81.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
In Stringtown, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.9%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death12,958/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access28.6%
Healthcare Facilities23
Stringtown has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,253 per 100,000 (36% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Stringtown 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 Property1,253.1/100K
36% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft1,253.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Stringtown has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.7 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates34.4696°N, 96.0555°W
County FIPS40005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 71.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.3%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants27
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home4.3%

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