Briggs, OK
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
1,078
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
27.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$46,548
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$108,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$300
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$521
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Cherokee County
4
Tahlequah Urban Area
4
Oklahoma
5
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Cherokee County
5
Tahlequah Urban Area
5
Oklahoma
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 2 | 37 |
| Feb | 3 | 1 | 42 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| May | 6 | 0 | 67 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 75 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 80 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 71 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Dec | 3 | 1 | 39 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (47%) (51%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, OK State Senate District 4, OK State House District 86, OKSchools
Briggs Public School
<1 miles, E
•
1.4
Cherokee Es
4 miles, W
•
1.9
Greenwood Es
5 miles, W
•
1.4
Sequoyah Es
5 miles, W
Colleges
Beauty Technical College Inc
5 miles, W
•
1
Northeastern State University
5 miles, W
•
1.9
Northeast Technology Center-Kansas
21 miles, NE
•
1.4
John Brown University
26 miles, NE
•
2.3
Hospitals
Cherokee Nation Ww Hastings Indian Hospital
4 miles, W
•
4.1
Northeastern Health System
4 miles, W
•
2.3
Memorial Hospital
15 miles, SE
•
5
Siloam Springs Regional Hospital
28 miles, E
•
3.2
Airports
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
40 miles, E
•
1.9
Fort Smith Regional Airport
50 miles, S
•
1
Tulsa International Airport
60 miles, NW
•
2.3
Joplin Regional Airport
88 miles, NE
•
1