Tonkawa, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Kay County County
Tonkawa, OK
At a Glance
How Tonkawa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tonkawa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tonkawa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tonkawa residents earn a median household income of $57,711 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,263. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,232 business establishments, including 98 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tonkawa is $83,000 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $106,337. Median rent is $802/month, with 28.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
Tonkawa reports 334 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,705/100K.
Education
22.1% of adults in Tonkawa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 88.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tonkawa has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.