Waurika, Oklahoma
Quick Statistics
Waurika is a community in Jefferson County, Oklahoma, home to about 2,004 people spread across 11.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $26,544 a year, and a typical home is worth about $64,800. About 16.9% of adults hold a college degree, and 84.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 3 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Oklahoma towns GeoStat tracks, Waurika ranks number 149 of 834 in population, number 486 in median household income, number 629 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Waurika typically top out near 96°F in July, while January nights average about 30°F. The area sees roughly 2 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Addington, OK | 5.4 mi. | 91 |
| 2. | Hastings, OK | 5.5 mi. | 124 |
| 3. | Sugden, OK | 7.5 mi. | 37 |
| 4. | Ryan, OK | 12.0 mi. | 795 |
| 5. | Byers, TX | 12.3 mi. | 393 |
| 6. | Comanche, OK | 12.6 mi. | 1,545 |
| 7. | Temple, OK | 13.4 mi. | 1,050 |
| 8. | Petrolia, TX | 16.7 mi. | 416 |
What is the population of Waurika, Oklahoma?
Waurika has a population of about 2,004 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Waurika, Oklahoma in?
Waurika is located in Jefferson County, Oklahoma.
What is the median home value in Waurika, Oklahoma?
The median home value in Waurika is about $64,800, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Waurika, Oklahoma?
The median personal income in Waurika is about $26,544 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Waurika, Oklahoma?
Since 1950, 41 tornadoes have been recorded in Jefferson County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Waurika, Oklahoma?
Typical July highs run about 96 degrees and January lows about 30 degrees, with around 2 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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