Ripley, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
271 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$60,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$342 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$517 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Payne County
4
Stillwater Urban Area
4
Oklahoma
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Payne County
5
Stillwater Urban Area
5
Oklahoma
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (70%) 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 1 2 36
Feb 2 1 41
Mar 3 1 49
Apr 4 0 59
May 5 0 68
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 3 0 81
Aug 3 0 81
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 3 0 49
Dec 2 2 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Ripley Es
<1 miles, S · 1.4star
Ripley Hs
<1 miles, S · 3.7star
Perkins-Tryon Hs
7 miles, W · 2.8star

Colleges

Meridian Technology Center
13 miles, NW · 1.4star
Central Technology Center
18 miles, SE · 1.4star
Langston University
20 miles, W · 1.4star

Hospitals

Hillcrest Hospital Cushing
9 miles, SE · 3.2star
Stillwater Medical Center
12 miles, NW · 4.1star

Airports

Stillwater Regional Airport
14 miles, NW · 1star
Tulsa International Airport
58 miles, E · 2.3star
Will Rogers World Airport
58 miles, SW · 2.8star