Yale, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Yale is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,054. Residents earn $38,462 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,054 Population 1,146/sq mi density
$38,462 Median Income $22,762 per capita
$84,700 Home Value $115,175 Zillow
$848 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
163 Violent Crime/100K 2,846 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$38,462 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,700 home value, $848/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
163 violent crimes/100K (57% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,462
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,700
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 163/100K
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $848
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.6%
163% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,054
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density1,146/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

C
Median Income$38,462
Per Capita$22,762
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty32.6%
County GDP$457M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,700
Rent$848
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,175

Crime

F
Violent163/100K
Property2,846/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault81/100K
Burglary1,057/100K

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Elevation805 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+87.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute25 min
Libraries2

Is Yale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yale receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Yale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yale is $38,462, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 32.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yale is $84,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $848 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Yale is below the national average at 163 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,846 per 100,000, 45% above the national average.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Yale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Yale has a population of 1,054 with a density of 1,146 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 17.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,054
Total Population
1,146
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Yale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Yale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yale is $38,462, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Yale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,462
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,762
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$55,128

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.6%
163% above US avg
Establishments (County)358
County GDP$457M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare36
Retail40
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Yale is $84,700, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $848 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,175.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,700
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$115,175

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$848
27% 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-Occupied63.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.83%
In Yale, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.5%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death13,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.5%
Healthcare Facilities36
Yale has a violent crime rate of 163 per 100,000 residents, 57% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,846 per 100,000 (45% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent162.6/100K
57% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape81.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault81.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,845.5/100K
45% above US avg
Burglary1,056.9/100K
Theft1,300.8/100K
Vehicle Theft487.8/100K
Arson81.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Yale has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.0 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation805 ft (245 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,146/sq mi
Coordinates36.1151°N, 96.7011°W
County FIPS40117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+87.7%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,146/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants25
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home3.4%

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