Temple, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
822 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$29,914 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$55,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$369 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$275 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cotton County
1
Lawton Metro Area
6
Oklahoma
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cotton County
3
Lawton Metro Area
6
Oklahoma
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (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 2 1 41
Feb 2 1 44
Mar 3 0 53
Apr 3 0 62
May 5 0 71
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 84
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 4 0 64
Nov 2 0 52
Dec 2 0 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Temple Es
<1 miles, SW · 2.3star
Temple Hs
<1 miles, SW · 3.2star
Walters Ms
7 miles, N · 1.4star
Walters Hs
7 miles, N · 2.3star

Colleges

Red River Technology Center
21 miles, NE · 1.4star
Platt College-Lawton
25 miles, N · 1star
Eves College of Hairstyling
25 miles, N · 1star
Great Plains Technology Center
25 miles, N · 1.4star

Hospitals

Duncan Regional Hospital, Inc
23 miles, NE · 3.2star
Southwestern Medical Center
26 miles, N · 3.2star

Airports

Will Rogers World Airport
85 miles, NE · 2.8star