Arkoma, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,001 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,236 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$67,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$299 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$442 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Le Flore County
3
Oklahoma
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Le Flore County
4
Oklahoma
6
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (64%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 2 37
Feb 2 1 42
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 4 0 59
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 2 0 80
Aug 2 0 80
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 5 0 49
Dec 3 0 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Singleton Es
1 miles, NE · 1.9star
Arkoma Jhs
2 miles, NE · 1.4star
Arkoma Hs
2 miles, NE · 2.3star
Cavanaugh Elementary School
2 miles, SE · 3.2star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Baptist Health-Fort Smith
3 miles, NE · 1.4star
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
6 miles, E · 4.1star
Baptist Health Van Buren
9 miles, NE · 3.2star
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
5 miles, E · 1star
Tulsa International Airport
101 miles, NW · 2.3star
Joplin Regional Airport
126 miles, N · 1star
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