Preston, OK — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Okmulgee County · Oklahoma
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Preston based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
192
2023 ACS
Median Income
$53,750
2023
Median Home Value
$122,200
2023
Median Rent
N/A
2023
Median Age
28.0
Unemployment
9.4%
Cost of Living Index
78.5
100 = national avg
Preston is a city in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma, with a population of 192 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Preston is one of the communities in Oklahoma.
The median household income in Preston is $53,750, and the median home value is $122,200. The cost of living index is 78.5 (where 100 = national average). The unemployment rate is 9.4%, and the median age is 28.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
192
Male
66
34.4%
Female
126
65.6%
Median Age
28.0
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
15.1%
High School or Higher
26.6%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Veterans
4.2%
Married
32.3%
Avg Household Size
3.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.720
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
36.5%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
4.7%
9 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
95.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
187
English Only
100.0%
#1 Non-English Language
N/A
Limited English
0.0%
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
100.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
8
4.2% of population
Disability Rate
62.5%
5 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$43,750
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
8
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$43,750
Non-Veteran Income
$44,688
Difference
-$938
-2.1% lower
Disability Status
With Disability
5
Without Disability
3
Disability Rate
62.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
110
#1 Ancestry
American
16.7% (32)
#2 Ancestry
English
11.5% (22)
#3 Ancestry
Scottish
8.3% (16)
Top 11 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
57
Family Households
47
82.5%
Married Couples
26
45.6%
Non-Family Households
10
17.5%
Single Mother Households
16
28.1%
Single Father Households
5
8.8%
Living Alone
10
17.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
54
In Married Couple
11
20.4%
With Single Mother
15
27.8%
With Single Father
28
51.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$53,438
Married Couple Income
$107,500
Single Mother Income
$48,125
Avg Family Size
3.4
Avg Non-Family Size
3.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
10
Grandparents Responsible
9
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$53,750
-27% vs national
Per Capita Income
$24,725
-33% vs national
Poverty Rate
9.9%
-27% vs national
Gini Index
0.3435
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
9.4%
+80% vs national
SNAP Recipients
14.0%
of households
How Preston Compares
Preston vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Preston is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Preston, OK has a median household income of $53,750, making it the 19,473rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Preston has a higher median household income than 31% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Preston, OK has a per capita income of $24,725, making it the 22,637th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Preston has a higher per capita income than 20% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Preston, OK has a poverty rate of 9.9%, making it the 16,809th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Preston has a higher poverty rate than 46% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Preston, OK has a unemployment rate of 9.4%, making it the 4,517th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Preston has a higher unemployment rate than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Preston. The median household income here is $53,750.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
9.4%
+88% vs OK avg
Labor Force
64
Employed
58
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
15.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
26.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
28.0
Work from Home
0.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Tulsa, OK metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$87.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
78.5
100 = national avg
-21.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,544
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$81,650
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$766
per month
2 Bedroom
$937
per month
The median household income in Preston, OK is $53,750, which is 26.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $24,725. The poverty rate of 9.9% is lower than the OK state average of 18.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3435, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 9.4%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. The labor force is 64. 15.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 89.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 78.5, which is 21.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 63.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,544 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Preston, OK? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Tulsa, OK metro area, home prices have risen 265.8% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 116.5%. The 10-year growth rate is 86.7%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 52.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 9.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Tulsa, OK housing market rather than Preston alone.
Metro area: Tulsa, OK
Preston vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Preston is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Preston, OK has a median home value of $122,200, making it the 19,220th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Preston has a higher median home value than 31% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$122,200
Median Rent
N/A
Total Housing Units
82
Vacancy Rate
30.5%
Owner Occupied
84.2%
Renter Occupied
15.8%
Median Property Tax
$960
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$725
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$960
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.79%
of home value
Median Home Value
$122,200
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,060
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($960) by the median home value ($122,200). In Preston, OK, this works out to an effective rate of 0.79%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Preston, OK is $122,200. About 84.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1983. There are 82 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $960. The effective tax rate is 0.79%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Preston. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
74.6
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
65.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
82.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
28.3
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
40
Public Assistance
$6.0M
Individual Assistance
$2.9M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
19 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 40 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
110
Total Claims Paid
$3,829,013
Avg Claim Payout
$34,809
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
16
Federal Funding
$3,204,089
Properties Protected
5
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 6 | $88,636 |
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 5 | $2,402,694 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $211,500 |
| 91.5: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $135,000 |
| 601.1: Generators | 1 | $16,259 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Preston has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are ice storm, drought, wildfire. The area has had 40 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (19 declarations). 110 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $5,962,958 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,880,346 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 16 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
42.7%
6.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.5%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.2%
2.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.0%
3.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
40.0%
Arthritis
31.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.5%
Loneliness
31.6%
Lack of Support
25.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
38.2%
Mobility
17.3%
Cognitive
15.8%
Hearing
8.9%
Vision
5.4%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
8.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Preston has an obesity rate of 42.7%, which is 6.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.5%, near the national average. About 7.0% of adults lack health insurance. 80.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.5 mi
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Medica...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muscogee (Creek) Nation Medical Center | 4.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Hillcrest Hospital Henryetta | 19.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc | 21.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Carrus Lakeside Hospital | 22.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Ascension St John Sapulpa | 22.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
2,355
Violations (5yr)
39
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| OKMULGEE CO. RWD #2 (PRESTON) | 2,355 | 39 |
There are 1 water system serving the area. 39 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
89.7%
+14% vs national
Work From Home
0.0%
-100% vs national
Carpool
10.3%
How Preston's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Preston, OK covers travel times and transportation modes. 89.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 10.3% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
68.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
19.3%
of households
No Internet
31.6%
of households
Total Households
57
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
100.0%
of households
Smartphone
100.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
54.4%
of households
Tablet
57.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
12.2¢
per kWh
-36% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.9¢
per kWh
-42% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
5.8¢
per kWh
-51% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$132
residential
-10% vs Under 10,000 avg
28% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Oklahoma averages 12.2¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $132. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Preston vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
2,355
Violations (5yr)
39
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OKMULGEE CO. RWD #2 (PRESTON) | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,355 | 39 |
68.4% of households in Preston have broadband internet access. 19.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 28.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 31.6% of households have no internet access. 21.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 2,355 people. A total of 39 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Preston is located in Okmulgee County, OK. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Preston.
Election Overview
Source: Okmulgee County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
3,979
27.7%
GOP Votes
10,100
70.4%
Total Votes
14,349
Margin
R+42.7%
Shift from 2020
R+5.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3,979 | 10,100 | 14,349 | 27.7% | 70.4% | R+42.7 |
| 2020 | 4,357 | 9,668 | 14,313 | 30.4% | 67.5% | R+37.1 |
| 2016 | 4,379 | 8,926 | 13,924 | 31.4% | 64.1% | R+32.7 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Okmulgee County recorded 14,349 total votes. Republicans won the county with 70.4% of the vote compared to 27.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+42.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Okmulgee County has shifted 10.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
3
Total Assets
—
Total Income
$0
Per 10K Residents
156.3
nonprofits
+106.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
2001
ruling year
Newest Org
2010
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Preston, OK has 3 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 2 organizations. That works out to 156.3 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 2001.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1
Total Approved
$20K
Jobs Supported
2
Per 10K Residents
52.1
SBA loans
-81.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
1
Top Lender
Business Loan Center, LLC
1 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
2006–2006
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1
Total Amount
$20K
Avg Loan
$20,000
Median Loan
$20,000
SBA Guaranteed
$17K(85%)
Jobs Supported
2
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Able Heat and Air | 1 | $20K |
Preston, OK has received 1 SBA loans totaling $20K in approved funding between 2006 and 2006. The 7(a) program accounts for 1 loans (100% of the total), supporting 2 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Preston is Business Loan Center, LLC with 1 loans. That works out to 52.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
4
Total Population
27,448
Avg Median Income
$62,928
Avg Home Value
$145,400
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74047 | 7,451 | $84,792 | $206,200 | $744 | 98.6 |
| 74421 | 4,393 | $70,063 | $171,400 | $934 | 131.6 |
| 74447 | 15,500 | $45,855 | $101,900 | $801 | 231.8 |
| 74456 | 104 | $51,000 | $102,100 | N/A | 0.3 |
Preston, OK has 4 ZIP codes with a combined population of 27,448. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $62,928. The average median home value is $145,400. The average median monthly rent is -$166,666,047.
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