Le Flore County, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
48,728 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,027 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$121,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$401 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$533 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Oklahoma
6
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (67%) 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 39
Feb 3 1 43
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 4 0 60
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 3 0 81
Aug 3 0 81
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 3 0 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Howe Hs
5 miles, NE · 1.9star
Howe Es
5 miles, NE · 1.4star
Wister Es
5 miles, N · 1star
Wister Hs
5 miles, N · 2.8star

Colleges

Carl Albert State College
10 miles, NE · 1.4star
Eastern Oklahoma State College
36 miles, NW · 1.4star

Hospitals

Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center
11 miles, NE · 3.2star
Mena Regional Health System
34 miles, SE · 3.2star

Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
36 miles, NE · 1star
Tulsa International Airport
112 miles, N · 2.3star