Altus

Jackson County, Oklahoma

Population 25K |Median income $62,799 |1 hospital

Population

24,678

Jackson County

Median Income

$62,799

-8% vs avg

Median Home Value

$158,400

-30% vs avg

Median Age

35.1

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

25K-6%

Median Income

$62,799+47%

Median Home Value

$158,400+81%

Poverty Rate

16.2%-2%

Unemployment

5.1%-26%

Economics

Median Rent

$842/mo

Poverty Rate

16.2% +14% vs avg

Unemployment 5.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 24.8%

Work From Home 5.4%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 71.7%

African American 6.4%

Asian 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

41.1%

Obesity

40.4%

High Blood Pressure

39.1%

Physical Inactivity

34.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.5%

Current Smoking

16.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.6%

Binge Drinking

14.2%

Lack of Health Insurance

13.9%

Diabetes

13.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 55.8%

Annual Checkup 77.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

11%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.3%

Stroke

3.7%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

JACKSON COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AUTHORITY

ALTUS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Altus Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago

Disasters

FEMA Declares Fire Management Assistance for Buck Horn Fire in Oklahoma

FEMA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near East Cape Sable and Chokoloskee

NOAA · 2d ago

Disasters

FEMA Issues Fire Management Assistance Declaration for Oklahoma 1170 Road Fire

FEMA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Little River, McCurtain, Bowie, and Red River Counties

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Altus, OK? ▼

Altus, OK has a population of 24,678 people, located in Jackson County, Oklahoma.

What is the median household income in Altus? ▼

The median household income in Altus, OK is $62,799 per year. The poverty rate is 16.2%.

What is the median home value in Altus? ▼

The median home value in Altus, OK is $158,400. Median rent is $842/month.

What are the top health concerns in Altus? ▼

The top health indicators in Altus include Short Sleep Duration (41.1%), Obesity (40.4%), High Blood Pressure (39.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Altus? ▼

Altus has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Altus? ▼

The median age in Altus, OK is 35.1 years. 24.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Altus, OK is located in Jackson County, Oklahoma. With a population of 25K and a median household income of $62,799, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Altus area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Jackson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.