Pettit, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
861 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,727 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$143,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$259 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$822 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.0% 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 51
Apr 4 0 59
May 6 0 68
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 3 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 5 0 60
Nov 4 0 50
Dec 3 1 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, OK State Senate District 9, OK State House District 4, OK
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Schools

Keys Hs
1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Keys Es
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Cherokee Immersion Charter Sch
5 miles, N • 1.9 star
Woodall Public School
6 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Beauty Technical College Inc
10 miles, NE • 1 star
Northeastern State University
10 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Bacone College
20 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Northeastern Health System
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Memorial Hospital
19 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
46 miles, SE • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
51 miles, E • 1.9 star
Tulsa International Airport
59 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Joplin Regional Airport
99 miles, NE • 1 star
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