Willow, OK

Oklahoma

Willow is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 147. Residents earn $56,181 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
147 Population 565/sq mi density
$56,181 Median Income $45,359 per capita
$28,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,181 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$28,400 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,181
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $28,400
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density565/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,181
Per Capita$45,359
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$1,261M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$28,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,743 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute14 min
Libraries2

Is Willow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willow receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Willow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willow is $56,181, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willow is $28,400, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Willow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Willow has a population of 147 with a density of 565 people per square mile. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

147
Total Population
565
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68%
Female 32%

Race & Ethnicity

Willow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willow is $56,181, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Willow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,181
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,359
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$61,083

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)777
County GDP$1,261M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare81
Retail127
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,513
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate12.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Willow is $28,400, 90% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,400
90% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,513
0% below US avg
Effective Rate12.37%
In Willow, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death11,753/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities81

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Willow has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,743 ft (531 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density565/sq mi
Coordinates35.0515°N, 99.5099°W
County FIPS40009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 14.2%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+89.8%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density565/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants69
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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