Waurika, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Cotton County County
Waurika, OK
At a Glance
How Waurika Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waurika's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waurika a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waurika residents earn a median household income of $42,054 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,304. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 126 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waurika is $49,500 , 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $81,319. Median rent is $616/month, with 31.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
Waurika reports 218 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 653/100K.
Education
15.1% of adults in Waurika hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 87.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waurika has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches.