Cost of Living in Wewoka, OK

Population 3,112 · Oklahoma · Data vintage 2023

37
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Household incomes in Wewoka run well below national norms — a median of $37,232 versus the $74,580 US figure. Housing costs partially offset that gap (typical home values around $64,000). At 13.0%, the local unemployment rate runs well above the US figure, pointing to structural rather than cyclical labor-market issues.

Located 50 miles east of Norman, Wewoka falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 73% lower than Norman's $239,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 21
Rent 61

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Wewoka

The median home value in Wewoka is $63,600 — 79% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $800/month, 39% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $37,232/year is 50% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 13.0%, above the national average of 4.8%. Oklahoma's top state income tax rate is 4.8% and the combined sales tax is 9.0%. The climate averages highs of 73.3°F and lows of 51.3°F. Overall, Wewoka has a cost of living index of 37 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 63% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$63,600
79% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$270,365
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$800/mo
39% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
6.6x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
0.9%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$678
1 BR
$728
2 BR
$910
3 BR
$1,220
4 BR
$1,439
Owner-occupied 53.9%
Renter-occupied 46.1%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$800
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,414/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
25.0 min
7% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
4.3%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
73.5%
Carpooled
13.2%
Walked
5.3%
Work from home
4.3%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 4.8%
Total Sales Tax 9.0%
State rate 4.5%
Avg local rate 4.5%
Property Tax 0.9%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$37,232
50% below avg
Per Capita Income
$19,805
Unemployment Rate
13.0%
171% above avg
Poverty Rate
26.4%
Labor Force Participation
41.4%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 7.0%
Graduate degree 3.9%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 37.7
Male median age 34
Female median age 43.3

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
73.3°F
Avg Low
51.3°F
Annual Precip
42.6"
30° 48° 65° 83° 100° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 525765738088939386756354
Low °F 303442506068727163524133
Precip" 2.232.393.414.635.304.463.372.963.664.173.013.02

🏫 Schools

NCES CCD 2019 — public school district data

78.5%
4-Year Graduation Rate
14:1
Student-teacher ratio
6
Public schools
1,104
Total enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Wewoka, OK?

Wewoka has a cost index of 37 (100 = national average). It is 63% below the national average.

What is average rent in Wewoka, OK?

The median gross rent in Wewoka is $800 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Wewoka?

The median home value in Wewoka is $63,600 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Wewoka?

The median household income in Wewoka is $37,232 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Wewoka, OK?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Wewoka is 9.0%. The Oklahoma state income tax top rate is 4.8%.

Is Wewoka, OK affordable?

Yes, Wewoka is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 37 — about 63% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Wewoka?

Wewoka has average high temperatures of 73.3°F and average lows of 51.3°F. Annual precipitation is 42.6". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Wewoka at a Glance

Population
3,112
Median Income
$37,232
Home Value
$63,600
Median Rent
$800/mo
Unemployment
13.0%
Avg High Temp
73.3°F
Sales Tax
9.0%
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