Wewoka, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Seminole County County
Wewoka, OK
At a Glance
How Wewoka Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wewoka's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wewoka a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wewoka residents earn a median household income of $37,232 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,805. The unemployment rate stands at 13.0% (261% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 504 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wewoka is $63,600 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $85,195. Median rent is $800/month, with 30.9% 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 1954.
Safety & Crime
Wewoka reports 489 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 554/100K.
Education
10.9% of adults in Wewoka hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 81.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wewoka has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches.