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Woodward, OK


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Woodward, Oklahoma

Woodward, Oklahoma, in Woodward county, is 119 miles NW of Edmond, Oklahoma (center to center) and 124 miles NW of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The city is home to some 11,853 residents.

The People and Families of Woodward

In Woodward, about 60% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Woodward had a median family income of $39,766. More so than most places, the people in Woodward generally have good jobs with good salaries. The large segment of the population in the city with spending money keeps the city vital.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($1,000) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Woodward. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Woodward Housing

According to the 2000 census, 66% of the housing in Woodward was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Woodward, 93% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

Of Note

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyWoodward Affordability of Property Taxes
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 12%Woodward Well-Paid Single Women
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Woodward Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 14%Woodward Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Woodward Affordability of Rents
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 16%Woodward Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 18%Woodward Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 18%Woodward People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Woodward, OK

Comparing Woodward 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
Children Under 5 Years Old77
Male Share of the Population67
Senior Citizens54
Female Share of the Population54
Age of the Population55
Racial Diversity46
Well-Paid Single Men49
Well-Paid Single Women39

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married67
Average Household Size45

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty48
College Educated Adults48
People in Middle Class or Better49
Median Family Income39

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times99
Working at Home89
Walking and Biking to Work89
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes103
Affordability of Rents94
Seasonal and Vacation Housing87
Housing Recently Built67
People Living Alone66
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals36

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime65
Low Violent Crime57

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