Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area
Waurika is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,847. Residents earn $42,054 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Waurika receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Waurika has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Waurika is $42,054, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Waurika is $49,500, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $616 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Waurika is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 147 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 491 per 100,000, 75% below the national average.
15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Waurika enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,054 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,304 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $858 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,469 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.1% |
| 102% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 126 |
| County GDP | $209M |
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,440 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.91% |
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
| Census Median | $49,500 |
| 82% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $88,310 |
| Census Median Rent | $616 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,440 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.91% |
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.3% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.3% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 12,788/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 0.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Total Violent | 147.2/100K |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 49.1/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 98.1/100K |
| Total Property | 490.7/100K |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 147.2/100K |
| Theft | 294.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 49.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.3 inches |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 882 ft (269 m) |
| Area | 11.9 sq mi (30.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 155/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1837°N, 98.0263°W |
| County FIPS | 40033 |
Winner: Republican by 66.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.1% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 155/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Retail Stores | 16 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |