Tenkiller, OK

Oklahoma

Tenkiller is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 284. Residents earn $29,875 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
284 Population 18/sq mi density
$29,875 Median Income $19,670 per capita
$121,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$29,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$121,800 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,875
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,800
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 58.2%
369% higher than US avg

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

People

Population284
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,875
Per Capita$19,670
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty58.2%
County GDP$1,929M
Commute44 min

Housing

A
Home Value$121,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation838 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute44 min
Libraries2

Is Tenkiller a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tenkiller receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Tenkiller offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tenkiller is $29,875, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 58.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tenkiller is $121,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Tenkiller enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Tenkiller has a population of 284 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (50.7%), with 46.1% White, 2.1% Black.

Population

284
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
15.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tenkiller vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tenkiller vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tenkiller is $29,875, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 58.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Tenkiller vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,875
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,670
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$55,962

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate58.2%
369% above US avg
Establishments (County)921
County GDP$1,929M

Business (County)

Restaurants99
Healthcare106
Retail132
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,513
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.5 min
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Tenkiller is $121,800, 57% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,800
57% 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-Occupied93.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,513
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Tenkiller, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma12.5%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.7%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death12,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access60.0%
Healthcare Facilities106

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Tenkiller has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation838 ft (255 m)
Area15.7 sq mi (40.6 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates35.8025°N, 94.8523°W
County FIPS40021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 32.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area15.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants99
Retail Stores132

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.5 min
Work from Home11.1%

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