Wright City, OK

Oklahoma

Wright City is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 535. Residents earn $38,472 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
535 Population 601/sq mi density
$38,472 Median Income $19,170 per capita
$58,000 Home Value $117,511 Zillow
$730 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$38,472 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,000 home value, $730/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,472
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,000
79% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $730
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.6%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.7%
43% higher than US avg

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

People

Population535
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density601/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,472
Per Capita$19,170
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty17.7%
County GDP$589M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,000
Rent$730
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,511
Rent Burden18.6%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,197/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary133/100K

Health

Obesity44.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain54.5 in/yr
Elevation404 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+78.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute27 min
Libraries1

Is Wright City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wright City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wright City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wright City is $38,472, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wright City is $58,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Wright City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,197 per 100,000, 39% below the national average.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Wright City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Wright City has a population of 535 with a density of 601 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (48.6%), with 43.7% White, 6.5% Black.

Population

535
Total Population
601
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wright City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wright City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wright City is $38,472, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Wright City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,472
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,170
Avg Weekly Wage$836
IRS Avg AGI$48,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.7%
43% above US avg
Establishments (County)386
County GDP$589M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare54
Retail50
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,570
55% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Wright City is $58,000, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $730 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,511.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,000
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,511

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$730
37% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,570
55% below US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Wright City, 44.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 38.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wright City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.6%
39% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma13.9%
COPD10.2%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity38.4%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress18.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.9%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death17,858/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access28.1%
Healthcare Facilities54
Wright City has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,197 per 100,000 (39% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,196.8/100K
39% below US avg
Burglary133.0/100K
Theft797.9/100K
Vehicle Theft266.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Wright City has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.5 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density601/sq mi
Coordinates34.0663°N, 95.0070°W
County FIPS40023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%
D 16.7%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+78.5%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density601/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants26
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home2.5%

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