Sweetwater, OK

Oklahoma

Sweetwater is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 125. Residents earn $63,958 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
125 Population 8/sq mi density
$63,958 Median Income $28,634 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,958 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,958
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population125
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,958
Per Capita$28,634
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,261M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation2,178 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+98.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute18 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries2

Is Sweetwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sweetwater receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sweetwater stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sweetwater is $63,958, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sweetwater is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sweetwater enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Sweetwater has a population of 125 with a density of 8 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 (100%).

Population

125
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
15.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Sweetwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sweetwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sweetwater is $63,958, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Sweetwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,958
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,634
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$61,083

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)777
County GDP$1,261M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare81
Retail127
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,513
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sweetwater is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied22.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,513
0% below US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Sweetwater, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death11,753/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities81

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Sweetwater has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,178 ft (664 m)
Area15.9 sq mi (41.1 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates35.4150°N, 99.9203°W
County FIPS40009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 14.2%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+98.7%
School Test Score5.08
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area15.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants69
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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