Washington, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Washington is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 706. Residents earn $84,444 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
706 Population 480/sq mi density
$84,444 Median Income $34,445 per capita
$214,900 Home Value $275,378 Zillow
$814 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$84,444 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,900 home value, $814/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,444
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $214,900
24% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $814
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population706
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density480/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,444
Per Capita$34,445
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$2,259M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,900
Rent$814
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$275,378
Rent Burden37.5%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI47 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation1,165 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.93

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute26 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washington receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Washington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washington is $84,444, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Washington is $214,900, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $814 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Washington is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Washington 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 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Washington has a population of 706 with a density of 480 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.6%), with 16.7% Hispanic.

Population

706
Total Population
480
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washington is $84,444, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,444
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,445
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$82,249

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,302
County GDP$2,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare88
Retail131
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,992
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Washington is $214,900, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $814 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,378.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,900
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$275,378
Median List Price$1,195,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,195,000
$/Sq Ft$133
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$814
30% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$712
1 Bedroom$801
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,317
4 Bedrooms$1,340

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,992
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.86%
In Washington, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death8,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities88
Washington has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Washington has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median47.0
RatingGood
Good Days %57.2%
Unhealthy Days8

Geography

Elevation1,165 ft (355 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density480/sq mi
Coordinates35.0547°N, 97.4907°W
County FIPS40087
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 60.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.93
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density480/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities88
Restaurants87
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home12.9%

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