Tryon, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Tryon is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 510. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
510 Population 244/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $25,562 per capita
$105,900 Home Value $159,140 Zillow
$532 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,900 home value, $532/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,900
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $532
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population510
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density244/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$25,562
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$999M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,900
Rent$532
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,140

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property205/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Elevation999 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute32 min
Libraries5

Is Tryon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tryon receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tryon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tryon is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tryon is $105,900, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $532 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Tryon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 205 per 100,000, 90% below the national average.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Tryon 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 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Tryon has a population of 510 with a density of 244 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 7.5% Hispanic.

Population

510
Total Population
244
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Tryon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tryon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tryon is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Tryon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,562
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$60,149

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)731
County GDP$999M

Business (County)

Restaurants52
Healthcare48
Retail79
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,288
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Tryon is $105,900, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $532 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,140.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,900
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,140

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$532
54% 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-Occupied79.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,288
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Tryon, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.1%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death10,343/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access52.8%
Healthcare Facilities48
Tryon has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 205 per 100,000 (90% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property205.3/100K
90% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft205.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Tryon 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 36.1 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 Rainfall36.1 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation999 ft (304 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density244/sq mi
Coordinates35.8771°N, 96.9696°W
County FIPS40081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density244/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants52
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Work from Home14.6%

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