Washita, OK

Oklahoma

Washita is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 53. Residents earn $55,938 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
53 Population 93/sq mi density
$55,938 Median Income $35,498 per capita
$73,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,600 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,938
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,600
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female72% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,938
Per Capita$35,498
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,235M

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,236 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+68.9%
School Score5.31

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Libraries5

Is Washita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washita receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Washita stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washita is $55,938, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Washita is $73,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Washita enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Washita has a population of 53 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (58.5%), with 32.1% White, 9.4% Black.

Population

53
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71.7%
Female 28.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Washita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.2%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.8%
10% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Washita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washita is $55,938, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Washita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,938
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,498
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$54,015

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Washita is $73,600, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,600
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$705
1 Bedroom$855
2 Bedrooms$937
3 Bedrooms$1,217
4 Bedrooms$1,439

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied39.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,770
49% below US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Washita, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma13.1%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.6%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death16,065/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Washita has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,236 ft (377 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates35.1044°N, 98.3413°W
County FIPS40015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin. 35.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+68.9%
School Test Score5.31
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density93/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants43
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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