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Tupelo, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Coal County County
Tupelo, OK
At a Glance
How Tupelo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tupelo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tupelo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tupelo residents earn a median household income of $40,893 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,481. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 131 business establishments, including 5 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tupelo is $55,300 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $149,097. Median rent is $875/month, with 18.6% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Tupelo reports 330 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 13% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
5.8% of adults in Tupelo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below the national average). 81.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tupelo has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.