Newkirk, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
2,024 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$99,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$465 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$382 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kay County
6
Ponca City Urban 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

Kay County
6
Ponca City Urban Area
6
Oklahoma
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 2 34
Feb 1 2 38
Mar 3 1 47
Apr 3 0 57
May 5 0 67
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 3 0 71
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 2 0 47
Dec 1 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, OK State Senate District 10, OK State House District 38, OK
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Schools

Newkirk Hs
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Newkirk Es
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Newkirk Ms
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
Kildare Public School
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Pioneer Technology Center
11 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Cowley County Community College
12 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Northern Oklahoma College
19 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Ponca City Medical Center
11 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Stillwater Medical-Blackwell
15 miles, W • 3.2 star
South Central Ks Med Center
18 miles, NE • 2.3 star
William Newton Hospital
25 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Stillwater Regional Airport
50 miles, SW • 1 star
Tulsa International Airport
80 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Will Rogers World Airport
107 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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