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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 3.1% (14% below 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 $88,310. 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 104 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,094/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
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 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 320 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.