Cookson, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
928 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$405 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$575 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.4% 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 38
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 4 1 51
Apr 4 0 60
May 6 0 68
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 3 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 5 0 61
Nov 4 0 50
Dec 3 1 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, OK State Senate District 4, OK State House District 4, OK
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Schools

Tenkiller Public School
5 miles, E • 1.4 star
Keys Hs
6 miles, N • 2.8 star
Keys Es
6 miles, N • 1.9 star
Marble City Public School
9 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Beauty Technical College Inc
14 miles, N • 1 star
Northeastern State University
14 miles, N • 1.9 star
Bacone College
24 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Northeastern Health System
14 miles, N • 2.3 star
Memorial Hospital
16 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
41 miles, SE • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
52 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Tulsa International Airport
64 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Joplin Regional Airport
102 miles, NE • 1 star
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