Waukomis, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Waukomis is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,070. Residents earn $59,323 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,070 Population 360/sq mi density
$59,323 Median Income $30,242 per capita
$123,300 Home Value $133,519 Zillow
$469 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
75 Violent Crime/100K 1,269 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,323 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,300 home value, $469/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
75 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,323
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,300
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 75/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $469
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,070
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density360/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,323
Per Capita$30,242
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$3,896M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,300
Rent$469
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,519

Crime

F
Violent75/100K
Property1,269/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault75/100K
Burglary75/100K

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation1,224 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Waukomis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waukomis receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Waukomis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waukomis is $59,323, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waukomis is $123,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $469 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Waukomis is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 75 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,269 per 100,000, 35% below the national average.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Waukomis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Waukomis has a population of 1,070 with a density of 360 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,070
Total Population
360
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Waukomis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waukomis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waukomis is $59,323, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Waukomis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,323
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,242
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$67,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,757
County GDP$3,896M

Business (County)

Restaurants135
Healthcare195
Retail252
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,454
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Waukomis is $123,300, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $469 (60% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,519.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,300
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$133,519

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$469
60% 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-Occupied91.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,454
1% below US avg
Effective Rate2.80%
In Waukomis, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death11,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities195
Waukomis has a violent crime rate of 75 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,269 per 100,000 (35% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent74.6/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault74.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,268.7/100K
35% below US avg
Burglary74.6/100K
Theft1,044.8/100K
Vehicle Theft149.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Waukomis has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall9.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density360/sq mi
Coordinates36.2861°N, 97.9027°W
County FIPS40047
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 53.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density360/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities195
Restaurants135
Retail Stores252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home0.7%

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