Median Income
$35,795
52% lower than US avg
Home Value
$31,700
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$611
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.0%
19% lower than US avg
How Wakita Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population290
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density935/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
B+
Median Income$35,795
Per Capita$24,154
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$311M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$31,700
Rent$611
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$70,495
Health
Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,177 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries1
Is Wakita a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wakita receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wakita offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wakita is $35,795, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wakita is $31,700, 89% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $611 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Wakita enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Wakita has a population of 290 with a density of 935 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 6.9% Hispanic.
Population
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
The median household income in Wakita is $35,795, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $35,795 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,154 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,107 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,054 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.0% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 154 |
| County GDP | $311M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,600 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.05% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
The median home value in Wakita is $31,700, 89% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $611 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $70,495.
Home Values
| Census Median | $31,700 |
| 89% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $70,495 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $611 |
| 47% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,600 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.05% |
In Wakita, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wakita vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.0% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 26.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,866/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Crime Rates: Wakita vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Wakita has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,177 ft (359 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 935/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8819°N, 97.9239°W |
| County FIPS | 40053 |