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Thomas, OK


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Thomas, Oklahoma

Thomas, Oklahoma, in Custer county, is 71 miles W of Edmond, Oklahoma (center to center) and 71 miles W of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The city is home to some 1,238 residents.

The People and Families of Thomas

In Thomas, about 60% of adults are married.

You'll see many senior citizens in Thomas.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Thomas had a median family income of $36,667. Home-based work is more common in Thomas than in most places.

Political Inclinations

The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Thomas.

Thomas Housing

According to the 2000 census, 76% of the housing in Thomas was owner-occupied. In the city you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Thomas, 92% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

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Affordability of Property Taxes
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Top 3%trophyThomas Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Thomas, OK

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

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens910
Age of the Population810
Female Share of the Population65
Male Share of the Population56
Children Under 5 Years Old53
Well-Paid Single Men48
Well-Paid Single Women37
Racial Diversity21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married78
Average Household Size55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults88
Median Family Income47
People in Middle Class or Better47
People Above Poverty36

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home910
Short Commute Times88
Walking and Biking to Work43
Public Transportation Use33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes109
Affordability of Rents87
People Living Alone65
Housing Recently Built53
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals21
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