Wellston, OK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
908 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
40.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,717 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$103,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$438 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$506 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
3
Oklahoma City Metro Area
5
Oklahoma
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
3
Oklahoma City Metro Area
6
Oklahoma
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (73%) 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 37
Feb 2 1 41
Mar 2 1 50
Apr 2 0 59
May 5 0 68
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 2 0 82
Aug 2 0 80
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 2 0 49
Dec 2 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Wellston Es
<1 miles, E · 2.8star
Wellston Hs
<1 miles, N · 3.2star
Wellston Ms
<1 miles, N · 1.4star
Luther Ms
7 miles, W · 1.4star

Colleges

Langston University
21 miles, N · 1.4star
Gordon Cooper Technology Center
23 miles, S · 1.9star

Hospitals

Integris Health Edmond
20 miles, W · 3.2star

Airports

Stillwater Regional Airport
33 miles, N · 1star
Will Rogers World Airport
36 miles, W · 2.8star
Tulsa International Airport
75 miles, E · 2.3star