Watts, OK

Oklahoma

Watts is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 196. Residents earn $33,750 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
196 Population 370/sq mi density
$33,750 Median Income $18,511 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$729 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$33,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $729/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,750
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.1%
175% higher than US avg

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

People

Population196
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density370/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,750
Per Capita$18,511
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty34.1%
County GDP$1,335M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation985 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+79.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute35 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries3

Is Watts a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Watts receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Watts offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Watts is $33,750, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 34.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Watts is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 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.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Watts enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Watts has a population of 196 with a density of 370 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.5%), with 27.6% Hispanic, 3.1% Black.

Population

196
Total Population
370
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.8%
Female 62.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Watts vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.0%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.0%
18% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Watts vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Watts is $33,750, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Watts vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,750
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,511
Avg Weekly Wage$818
IRS Avg AGI$60,487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.1%
175% above US avg
Establishments (County)942
County GDP$1,335M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare83
Retail149
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,794
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Watts is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% 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-Occupied72.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,794
8% above US avg
Effective Rate4.46%
In Watts, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 38.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.1%
40% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.8%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity38.8%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death13,171/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access49.0%
Healthcare Facilities83

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Watts has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation985 ft (300 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density370/sq mi
Coordinates36.1065°N, 94.5739°W
County FIPS40041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+79.1%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density370/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants87
Retail Stores149

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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