Wright City, OK — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
McCurtain County · Oklahoma
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Wright City based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
535
2023 ACS
Median Income
$38,472
2023
Median Home Value
$58,000
2023
Median Rent
$730
2023
Median Age
34.9
Unemployment
6.9%
Cost of Living Index
65.7
100 = national avg
Wright City is a city in McCurtain County, Oklahoma, with a population of 535 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Wright City is one of the communities in Oklahoma.
The median household income in Wright City is $38,472, and the median home value is $58,000. The cost of living index is 65.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $730 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.9%, and the median age is 34.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
535
Male
255
47.7%
Female
280
52.3%
Median Age
34.9
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
3.4%
High School or Higher
32.3%
Foreign Born
1.3%
Veterans
0.0%
Married
31.0%
Avg Household Size
2.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.670
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
43.7%
Foreign Born
1.3%
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
3.9%
21 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
96.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander 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+)
515
English Only
93.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Languages
26 speakers
Limited English
1.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.6%
Limited English Proficiency
1.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
87
#1 Ancestry
Irish
6.2% (33)
#2 Ancestry
German
3.4% (18)
#3 Ancestry
American
2.4% (13)
Top 7 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
187
Family Households
113
60.4%
Married Couples
62
33.2%
Non-Family Households
74
39.6%
Single Mother Households
43
23.0%
Single Father Households
8
4.3%
Living Alone
70
37.4%
Children Under 18
Total Children
137
In Married Couple
82
59.9%
With Single Mother
49
35.8%
With Single Father
6
4.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$53,542
Married Couple Income
$63,333
Single Mother Income
$34,750
Avg Family Size
2.9
Avg Non-Family Size
3.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
37
Grandparents Responsible
10
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$38,472
-47% vs national
Per Capita Income
$19,170
-48% vs national
Poverty Rate
21.9%
+61% vs national
Gini Index
0.4079
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.9%
+33% vs national
SNAP Recipients
29.4%
of households
How Wright City Compares
Wright City vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Wright City is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Wright City, OK has a median household income of $38,472, making it the 25,672nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wright City has a higher median household income than 9% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Wright City, OK has a per capita income of $19,170, making it the 26,355th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wright City has a higher per capita income than 6% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Wright City, OK has a poverty rate of 21.9%, making it the 6,119th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Wright City has a higher poverty rate than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Wright City, OK has a unemployment rate of 6.9%, making it the 7,492nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Wright City has a higher unemployment rate than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Wright City. The median household income here is $38,472.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.9%
+38% vs OK avg
Labor Force
217
Employed
202
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
3.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
32.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.9
Work from Home
2.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Oklahoma metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$81.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
65.7
100 = national avg
-34.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$28,887
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$68,278
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$747
per month
2 Bedroom
$937
per month
The median household income in Wright City, OK is $38,472, which is 47.5% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $19,170. The poverty rate of 21.9% is higher than the OK state average of 18.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4079, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.9%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. The labor force is 217. 3.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 87.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 65.7, which is 34.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 56.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $28,887 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotZillow — January 2026
Zillow Home Value Index
$119,388
Wright City vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Wright City is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Wright City, OK has a median home value of $58,000, making it the 26,709th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Wright City has a higher median home value than 5% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Wright City, OK has a median rent of $730, making it the 17,845th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Wright City has a higher median rent than 20% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Wright City, OK has a rent burden of 22.8%, making it the 5,400th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Wright City has a higher rent burden than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$58,000
Median Rent
$730
Total Housing Units
217
Vacancy Rate
13.8%
Owner Occupied
67.4%
Renter Occupied
32.6%
Median Property Tax
$235
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$409
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$235
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
of home value
Median Home Value
$58,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$248
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($235) by the median home value ($58,000). In Wright City, OK, this works out to an effective rate of 0.41%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Wright City, OK is $58,000. According to Zillow, the home value index for Wright City is $119,388. The median rent is $730 per month (Census ACS). About 67.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1974. There are 217 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $235. The effective tax rate is 0.41%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
0.00
per 1,000 residents
-100% vs national
Property Crime Rate
13.45
per 1,000 residents
-22% vs national
Total Crimes
8
2024
Violent Clearance
N/A
cases solved
Property Clearance
0%
cases solved
How Wright City Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Wright City vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with Under 10,000 residents. Wright City is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Wright City police solve 0% of larceny/theft cases but only 0% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Robbery | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Burglary | Property | 1 | 1.68 | 0.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 7 | 11.76 | 0.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
Wright City, OK reported 0 violent crimes and 8 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 0.00 per 1,000 residents is 100.0% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Larceny/theft accounts for 7 of the property crime reports.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 8 | 0.00 | 13.45 |
| 2023 | 0 | 3 | 0.00 | 4.97 |
| 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0.00 | 2.75 |
| 2018 | 0 | 11 | 0.00 | 14.95 |
| 2017 | 0 | 6 | 0.00 | 8.19 |
| 2016 | 1 | 4 | 1.35 | 5.40 |
| 2015 | 0 | 8 | 0.00 | 10.75 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
72.0
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
57.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
92.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
6.0
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
22
Public Assistance
$10.4M
Individual Assistance
$31K
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 24 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
49
Total Claims Paid
$843,364
Avg Claim Payout
$17,212
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
7
Federal Funding
$81,678
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.11
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 4 | $10,428 |
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 2 | $12,375 |
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 1 | $58,875 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Wright City has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are ice storm, drought, strong wind. The area has had 22 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (11 declarations). 49 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $10,408,456 in public assistance recovery funding. $31,280 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 7 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
44.3%
8.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
26.8%
3.3pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.3%
4.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.5%
2.9pp above 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
38.4%
Arthritis
30.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
28.2%
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
21.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.8%
Loneliness
36.7%
Lack of Support
29.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
47.4%
Mobility
23.2%
Cognitive
22.7%
Hearing
11.1%
Vision
9.4%
Self-Care
6.3%
Independent Living
13.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Wright City has an obesity rate of 44.3%, which is 8.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 26.8%, 3.3pp above the national average. About 13.5% of adults lack health insurance. 77.7% 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
1.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
18.0 mi
Mccurtain Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mccurtain Memorial Hospital | 18.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Choctaw Memorial Hospital | 29.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Pushmataha Hospital | 36.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Sevier County Medical Center | 37.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Paris Regional Medical Center | 44.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
792
Violations (5yr)
69
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| WRIGHT CITY PWA | 792 | 69 |
There are 1 water system serving the area. 69 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
87.9%
+12% vs national
Work From Home
2.5%
-73% vs national
Carpool
6.5%
How Wright City's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Wright City, OK covers travel times and transportation modes. 87.9% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 2.5% work from home, which is below the OK state average of 5.7%. 6.5% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
74.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
33.7%
of households
No Internet
23.5%
of households
Total Households
187
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
86.1%
of households
Smartphone
81.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
54.6%
of households
Tablet
56.7%
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).
Wright City 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
792
Violations (5yr)
69
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WRIGHT CITY PWA | Community | Purchased surface water | 792 | 69 |
74.9% of households in Wright City have broadband internet access. 33.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 35.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 23.5% of households have no internet access. 21.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 792 people. A total of 69 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Wright City is located in McCurtain County, OK. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Wright City.
Election Overview
Source: McCurtain County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
1,696
15.0%
GOP Votes
9,485
83.9%
Total Votes
11,309
Margin
R+68.9%
Shift from 2020
R+2.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,696 | 9,485 | 11,309 | 15.0% | 83.9% | R+68.9 |
| 2020 | 1,858 | 9,485 | 11,467 | 16.2% | 82.7% | R+66.5 |
| 2016 | 1,799 | 8,642 | 10,709 | 16.8% | 80.7% | R+63.9 |
In the 2024 presidential election, McCurtain County recorded 11,309 total votes. Republicans won the county with 83.9% of the vote compared to 15.0% for Democrats, a margin of R+68.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, McCurtain County has shifted 5.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
5
Total Assets
$1.9M
Total Income
$4.6M
Per 10K Residents
93.5
nonprofits
+11.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1
Median Assets
$1.9M
Oldest Active
1964
ruling year
Newest Org
2021
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
Largest Nonprofits in Wright City
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEED THE NEED FOUNDATION FOR RURAL OKLAHOMA | Food & Agriculture | $1.9M | $4.6M | 2015 |
Wright City, OK has 5 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.9M. The most common category is Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, with 1 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 93.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1964.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
6
Total Approved
$1.1M
Jobs Supported
8
Per 10K Residents
112.1
SBA loans
-10.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
3
Top Lender
FirstBank
3 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2007
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
5
Total Amount
$1.0M
Avg Loan
$206,682
Median Loan
$70,000
SBA Guaranteed
$737K(71%)
Jobs Supported
2
Loans
1
Total Amount
$52K
Avg Loan
$52,000
Median Loan
$52,000
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Steve's Chipping Service | 1 | $662K |
| Wright City Food Mart Inc | 1 | $217K |
| Tj's Country Store | 1 | $70K |
| Smith Grocery & Liquor | 1 | $60K |
| Ray's 98 Truck Stop | 1 | $52K |
| Kid N Play Day Care Center | 1 | $25K |
Wright City, OK has received 6 SBA loans totaling $1.1M in approved funding between 1992 and 2007. The 7(a) program accounts for 5 loans (83% of the total), supporting 2 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1 loans totaling $52K. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Wright City is FirstBank with 3 loans. That works out to 112.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
5,355
Avg Median Income
$51,334
Avg Home Value
-$222,159,055
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74737 | 22 | $58,750 | N/A | N/A | 0.9 |
| 74750 | 167 | $38,750 | $59,100 | $875 | 0.8 |
| 74754 | 534 | $50,755 | N/A | N/A | 51.7 |
| 74755 | 177 | $58,654 | $101,000 | N/A | 10.9 |
| 74764 | 3,368 | $53,454 | $123,300 | $743 | 183.7 |
| 74766 | 1,087 | $47,639 | $95,600 | $730 | 48.0 |
Wright City, OK has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 5,355. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $51,334. The average median home value is -$222,159,055. The average median monthly rent is -$333,332,942.
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