Tamaha, OK

Oklahoma

Tamaha is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 205. Residents earn $29,592 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
205 Population 32/sq mi density
$29,592 Median Income $30,711 per capita
$87,600 Home Value
$475 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$29,592 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,600 home value, $475/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,592
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,600
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $475
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age57.7 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,592
Per Capita$30,711
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$443M
Commute48 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,600
Rent$475
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation516 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute48 min
Libraries1

Is Tamaha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tamaha receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Tamaha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tamaha is $29,592, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tamaha is $87,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $475 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Tamaha enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Tamaha has a population of 205 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 57.7 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.5%), with 13.2% Hispanic.

Population

205
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
57.7yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.6%
Female 64.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Tamaha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tamaha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tamaha is $29,592, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Tamaha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,592
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,711
Avg Weekly Wage$809
IRS Avg AGI$49,213

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)296
County GDP$443M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare32
Retail27
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,743
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.2 min
Work from Home24.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Tamaha is $87,600, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $475 (59% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,600
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$475
59% 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-Occupied93.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,743
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Tamaha, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma12.3%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death14,130/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access1.5%
Healthcare Facilities32

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Tamaha has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation516 ft (157 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates35.3982°N, 95.0142°W
County FIPS40061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.2%
D 14.6%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density32/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants13
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.2 min
Work from Home24.3%

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