Talala, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Talala is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 306. Residents earn $50,313 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
306 Population 680/sq mi density
$50,313 Median Income $25,293 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
$975 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$50,313 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $975/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,313
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $975
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.8%
68% higher than US avg

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

People

Population306
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density680/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

C+
Median Income$50,313
Per Capita$25,293
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty20.8%
County GDP$4,881M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$975
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation685 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries5

Is Talala a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Talala receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Talala offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Talala is $50,313, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Talala is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $975 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Talala enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Talala has a population of 306 with a density of 680 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.9%), with 21.2% Hispanic.

Population

306
Total Population
680
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Talala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Talala vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Talala is $50,313, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Talala vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,313
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,293
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$82,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.8%
68% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,210
County GDP$4,881M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare198
Retail238
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,102
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Talala is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $975 (16% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$975
16% 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-Occupied71.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,102
17% above US avg
Effective Rate3.65%
In Talala, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death8,219/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access58.3%
Healthcare Facilities198

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Talala has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation685 ft (209 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density680/sq mi
Coordinates36.5295°N, 95.7011°W
County FIPS40131
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 21.6%

Winner: Republican by 55 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density680/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities198
Restaurants118
Retail Stores238

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home2.2%

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