Wanette, OK

Oklahoma

Wanette is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 230. Residents earn $33,906 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
230 Population 140/sq mi density
$33,906 Median Income $25,200 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $164,253 Zillow
$425 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$33,906 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $425/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,906
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $425
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density140/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,906
Per Capita$25,200
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$2,031M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$425
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,253

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation1,022 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+83.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute36 min
Libraries5

Is Wanette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wanette receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, long commute times. Wanette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wanette is $33,906, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wanette is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $425 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Wanette enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Wanette has a population of 230 with a density of 140 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77%), with 22.6% Hispanic.

Population

230
Total Population
140
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wanette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wanette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wanette is $33,906, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Wanette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,906
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,200
Avg Weekly Wage$1,081
IRS Avg AGI$60,899

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)860
County GDP$2,031M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare73
Retail114
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,084
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Work from Home20.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Wanette is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $425 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,253.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$164,253

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$425
63% 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-Occupied66.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,084
40% below US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In Wanette, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.5%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death14,332/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access39.9%
Healthcare Facilities73

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Wanette has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,022 ft (312 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density140/sq mi
Coordinates34.9626°N, 97.0317°W
County FIPS40049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 66.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density140/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants61
Retail Stores114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Work from Home20.3%

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