Terlton, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Terlton is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 49. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
49 Population 306/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $19,188 per capita
$75,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,600 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,600
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population49
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density306/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans35.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$19,188
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$457M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation777 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+75.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute31 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries2

Is Terlton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Terlton is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Terlton is $75,600, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Terlton 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 41.8 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Terlton has a population of 49 with a density of 306 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.6%), with 12.2% Hispanic.

Population

49
Total Population
306
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.2%
Female 40.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Terlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Terlton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Terlton is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Terlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,188
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$55,128

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)358
County GDP$457M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare36
Retail40
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Terlton is $75,600, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,600
73% 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-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Rate3.17%
In Terlton, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate68.3%
Premature Death13,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.5%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Terlton 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 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation777 ft (237 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density306/sq mi
Coordinates36.1876°N, 96.4918°W
County FIPS40117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+75.6%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density306/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants25
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Work from Home18.2%

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