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Weatherford, Oklahoma

Weatherford, Oklahoma, in Custer county, is 66 miles N of Lawton, Oklahoma (center to center) and 67 miles W of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The city contains a population of approximately 9,859.

The People and Families of Weatherford

In Weatherford, about 43% of adults are married. Unmarried people abound in Weatherford.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Weatherford had a median family income of $41,401. The typical family in Weatherford is better off than most in Oklahoma. Interestingly, lots of people in the city have Bachelor's degrees (or better).

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Weatherford favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $2,475. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Weatherford Housing

Weatherford has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 50% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the city are newer than those found in most places. Weatherford, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Oklahoma, which may reflect a commitment to education in the city.

Commuting

In Weatherford, 94% of commuters drive to work. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Weatherford can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 2%trophyWeatherford College Educated Adults
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Weatherford Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Weatherford Affordability of Rents
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 10%Weatherford Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 14%Weatherford Median Family Income
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 17%Weatherford Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Weatherford, OK

Comparing Weatherford 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
Male Share of the Population78
Racial Diversity57
Female Share of the Population54
Well-Paid Single Women310
Well-Paid Single Men28
Senior Citizens21
Children Under 5 Years Old21
Age of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married21
Average Household Size21

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults910
Median Family Income49
People in Middle Class or Better37
People Above Poverty23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Walking and Biking to Work79
Working at Home45
Public Transportation Use28

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents106
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals910
Affordability of Property Taxes81
Housing Recently Built89
People Living Alone88
Seasonal and Vacation Housing65

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime46
Low Property Crime44

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