Short, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
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
138 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
87.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$26,591 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
62.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$109,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$357 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$582 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sequoyah County
5
Fort Smith Metro Area
5
Oklahoma
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sequoyah County
5
Fort Smith Metro Area
6
Oklahoma
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 37
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 4 1 50
Apr 4 0 59
May 6 0 68
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 3 0 80
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 5 0 61
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 3 1 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Belfonte Public School
3 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Liberty Public School
7 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Cedarville High School
7 miles, E • 2.8 star
Cedarville Middle School
7 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Baptist Health Van Buren
13 miles, S • 3.2 star
Baptist Health-Fort Smith
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
17 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
18 miles, S • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
50 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Tulsa International Airport
89 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Joplin Regional Airport
109 miles, N • 1 star
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