Welling, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
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
764 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$172,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$394 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$458 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.5% 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 38
Feb 3 1 41
Mar 4 1 50
Apr 4 0 60
May 6 0 68
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 3 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 5 0 61
Nov 4 0 49
Dec 3 1 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Briggs Public School
3 miles, N • 1.4 star
Cherokee Es
6 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Greenwood Es
6 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Sequoyah Es
6 miles, NW
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Colleges

Beauty Technical College Inc
6 miles, NW • 1 star
Northeastern State University
6 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Northeast Technology Center-Kansas
23 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Northeastern Health System
5 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Memorial Hospital
14 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
42 miles, E • 1.9 star
Fort Smith Regional Airport
47 miles, S • 1 star
Tulsa International Airport
61 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Joplin Regional Airport
90 miles, NE • 1 star
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