Fort Towson, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
578 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$133,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$500 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$496 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Choctaw County
4
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

Choctaw County
2
Oklahoma
6
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (66%) 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 3 1 41
Feb 4 1 45
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 4 0 61
May 6 0 69
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 3 0 81
Aug 3 0 81
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 5 0 63
Nov 5 0 52
Dec 4 0 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Fort Towson Es
<1 miles, S · 1.4star
Fort Towson Hs
<1 miles, S · 2.3star
Fort Towson Jhs
<1 miles, S · 1.9star
Swink Public School
4 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Colleges

Paris Junior College
30 miles, SW · 1.4star
Eastern Oklahoma State College
61 miles, N · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Choctaw Memorial Hospital
13 miles, W · 3.2star
Pushmataha Hospital
24 miles, NW · 3.2star
Paris Regional Medical Center
30 miles, SW · 2.3star
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
104 miles, NE · 1star
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
116 miles, SW · 1star
East Texas Regional Airport
118 miles, S · 1star
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