Dewey County, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
4,433 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,550 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$118,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$453 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$652 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Oklahoma
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 35
Feb 1 2 39
Mar 2 1 47
Apr 2 0 57
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 2 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 3 0 72
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 1 0 47
Dec 1 3 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 15% of residents leaning left and 82% leaning right.

Liberal (15%) (84%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 89%
Hillary Clinton 9%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, OK State Senate District 27, OK State House District 59, OK
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Schools

Taloga Es
5 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Taloga Hs
5 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Seiling Es
13 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Seiling Jr-Sr Hs (Jr)
13 miles, NE • 1.4 star

Colleges

High Plains Technology Center
38 miles, N • 1 star

Hospitals

Alliancehealth Clinton
32 miles, S • 3.2 star

Airports

Will Rogers World Airport
89 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport
103 miles, S • 1 star
Stillwater Regional Airport
108 miles, E • 1 star