Weleetka, OK

Oklahoma

Weleetka is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 953. Residents earn $39,292 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
953 Population 1,444/sq mi density
$39,292 Median Income $24,093 per capita
$49,600 Home Value $61,441 Zillow
$615 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
299 Violent Crime/100K 3,493 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$39,292 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$49,600 home value, $615/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
299 violent crimes/100K (21% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,292
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $49,600
82% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 299/100K
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $615
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.8%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.2%
200% higher than US avg

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

People

Population953
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density1,444/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 50%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,292
Per Capita$24,093
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty37.2%
County GDP$304M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$49,600
Rent$615
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$61,441

Crime

F
Violent299/100K
Property3,493/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault200/100K
Burglary1,597/100K

Health

Obesity45.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation730 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+84.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Weleetka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weleetka receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Weleetka has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weleetka is $39,292, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 37.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weleetka is $49,600, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $615 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Weleetka is below the national average at 299 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,493 per 100,000, 78% above the national average.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Weleetka enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Weleetka has a population of 953 with a density of 1,444 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.5%), with 39.5% Hispanic, 8.1% Black.

Population

953
Total Population
1,444
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Weleetka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weleetka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weleetka is $39,292, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Weleetka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,292
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,093
Avg Weekly Wage$798
IRS Avg AGI$45,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate37.2%
200% above US avg
Establishments (County)222
County GDP$304M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare34
Retail30
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Weleetka is $49,600, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $615 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $61,441.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$49,600
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$61,441

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$615
47% 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-Occupied64.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Effective Rate3.93%
In Weleetka, 45.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 37.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.8%
43% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure41.1%
Asthma13.2%
COPD10.1%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity37.0%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.9%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death16,294/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access34.4%
Healthcare Facilities34
Weleetka has a violent crime rate of 299 per 100,000 residents, 21% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,493 per 100,000 (78% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent299.4/100K
21% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape99.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault199.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,493.0/100K
78% above US avg
Burglary1,596.8/100K
Theft1,796.4/100K
Vehicle Theft99.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Weleetka has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation730 ft (223 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,444/sq mi
Coordinates35.3403°N, 96.1360°W
County FIPS40107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, 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 55.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+84.8%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,444/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants13
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home3.8%

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