Alva, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
5,009 332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,728 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
22.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$132,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$378 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$606 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Woods County
2
Oklahoma
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Woods County
2
Oklahoma
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 2 33
Feb 1 3 38
Mar 3 2 46
Apr 3 0 56
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 3 0 82
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 3 0 72
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 2 1 46
Dec 1 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, OK State Senate District 27, OK State House District 58, OK
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Schools

Lincoln Es
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Longfellow Es
1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Washington Es
1 miles, N
Alva Ms
1 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Northwest Technology Center-Alva
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Stillwater Regional Airport
98 miles, SE • 1 star
Will Rogers World Airport
113 miles, S • 2.8 star
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