Elgin, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
3,560 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,739 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
22.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$243,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$606 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$979 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Comanche County
6
Lawton Metro Area
6
Oklahoma
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Comanche County
6
Lawton Metro Area
6
Oklahoma
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 2 38
Feb 1 1 42
Mar 3 0 50
Apr 3 0 60
May 4 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 2 0 82
Aug 3 0 82
Sep 3 0 73
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 2 0 50
Dec 2 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, OK State Senate District 32, OK State House District 65, OK
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Schools

Elgin Es
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Elgin Ms
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Elgin Hs
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Fletcher Hs
4 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Platt College-Lawton
14 miles, SW • 1 star
Eves College of Hairstyling
14 miles, SW • 1 star
Cameron University
15 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Great Plains Technology Center
16 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Comanche County Memorial Hospital
14 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Southwestern Medical Center
16 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport
16 miles, SW • 1 star
Will Rogers World Airport
58 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Stillwater Regional Airport
117 miles, NE • 1 star
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