Oklahoma
Tushka is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 498. Residents earn $28,611 per year, which is 62% below the national average.
Based on current data, Tushka receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tushka has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Tushka is $28,611, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 44.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Tushka is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Tushka is below the national average at 328 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,639 per 100,000, near the national average.
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Tushka 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 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 91.8% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $28,611 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,099 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $775 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,056 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 44.0% |
| 255% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 334 |
| County GDP | $485M |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 53 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,900 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.69% |
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |
| Census Median | $112,500 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $647 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 25.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,900 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.69% |
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.0% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.5% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,958/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 28.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Total Violent | 327.9/100K |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 327.9/100K |
| Total Property | 1,639.3/100K |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 655.7/100K |
| Theft | 655.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 327.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.7 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 613 ft (187 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 655/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3186°N, 96.1673°W |
| County FIPS | 40005 |
Winner: Republican by 71.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.8% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 655/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Retail Stores | 53 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |