Verden, OK

Oklahoma

Verden is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 433. Residents earn $38,125 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
433 Population 1,110/sq mi density
$38,125 Median Income $22,032 per capita
$103,300 Home Value $148,184 Zillow
$713 Median Rent 26.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$38,125 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,300 home value, $713/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,125
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,300
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $713
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population433
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,110/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans13.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,125
Per Capita$22,032
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty19.8%
County GDP$1,235M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,300
Rent$713
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,184
Rent Burden26.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Elevation1,135 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+83.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Broadband64.8%
Libraries5

Is Verden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verden receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Verden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Verden is $38,125, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Verden is $103,300, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Verden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Verden has a population of 433 with a density of 1,110 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.7%), with 12.2% Hispanic.

Population

433
Total Population
1,110
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Verden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Verden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verden is $38,125, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Verden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,125
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,032
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$54,015

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)620
County GDP$1,235M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare42
Retail87
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,770
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Verden is $103,300, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,184.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,300
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,184

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% below US avg
Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,770
49% below US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Verden, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.4%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death16,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access38.9%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Verden has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,135 ft (346 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,110/sq mi
Coordinates35.0833°N, 98.0861°W
County FIPS40015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin. 64.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.5%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,110/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants43
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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