Tahlequah, 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 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
16,513 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,515 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$182,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$492 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$668 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 41
Mar 4 1 50
Apr 4 0 59
May 6 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 3 0 80
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 4 0 49
Dec 3 1 39

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Sequoyah Es
<1 miles, SE
Tahlequah Hs
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Greenwood Es
<1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Tahlequah Ms
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Beauty Technical College Inc
<1 miles, E • 1 star
Northeastern State University
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Bacone College
22 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Northeastern Health System
2 miles, E • 2.3 star
Memorial Hospital
20 miles, SE • 5 star
Wagoner Community Hospital
23 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
45 miles, E • 1.9 star
Fort Smith Regional Airport
52 miles, S • 1 star
Tulsa International Airport
55 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Joplin Regional Airport
90 miles, NE • 1 star
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