Coalgate, Oklahoma

Coalgate, Oklahoma

Coalgate, Oklahoma, in Coal county, is 83 miles SE of Norman, Oklahoma (center to center) and 97 miles SE of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The city contains a population of approximately 2,005.

The People and Families of Coalgate

In Coalgate, about 49% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Coalgate, which is home to many people who live alone. Unmarried people abound in the city.

Coalgate has an abundance of women! Well, at any rate the famale/male ratio there is higher than in most places. The city boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Coalgate had a median family income of $26,367.

Political Inclinations

Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in Coalgate.

Coalgate Housing

Coalgate has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 59% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments. Rents in Coalgate tend toward the low side for Oklahoma.

Commuting

In Coalgate, 92% of commuters drive to work. In the city, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Coalgate can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Coalgate strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Oklahoma):

Category	Trophy
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 2%
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 6%
Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers)	Top 7%
Low Property Crime (vs. State)	Top 17%
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 18%

Comparative Profile of Coalgate, OK

Comparing Coalgate to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Oklahoma (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity
Age of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Public Transportation Use
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Housing Recently Built
Seasonal and Vacation Housing

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Coalgate Almanac

Coalgate Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Coalgate Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Coalgate residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Coalgate, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Coalgate Hospitals

MARY HURLEY HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Other)
6 NORTH COVINGTON
(580) 927-2327
Emergency Service: Yes

Coalgate High Schools (2004)

COALGATE HS
2 WEST CEDAR
580-927-2592
Serves 245 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 17.4

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