Lawton

Comanche County, Oklahoma

Population 122K |Median income $60,761 |4 hospitals

Population

121,825

Comanche County

Median Income

$60,761

-11% vs avg

Median Home Value

$163,800

-28% vs avg

Median Age

34.1

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

122K-2%

Median Income

$60,761+32%

Median Home Value

$163,800+47%

Poverty Rate

18.1%+5%

Unemployment

5.9%-27%

Economics

Median Rent

$970/mo

Poverty Rate

18.1% +27% vs avg

Unemployment 5.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 24.3%

Work From Home 10.3%

Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 57.6%

African American 14.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 10.1%

Asian 2.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

43.3%

Obesity

43%

High Blood Pressure

37.5%

Physical Inactivity

33.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.9%

Current Smoking

17.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.3%

Binge Drinking

14.3%

Diabetes

12.8%

Lack of Health Insurance

12.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78%

Dental Visit 54.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

11.3%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.6%

Stroke

3.6%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER

LAWTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

COMANCHE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

LAWTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Lawton 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 Lawton, OK? ▼

Lawton, OK has a population of 121,825 people, located in Comanche County, Oklahoma.

What is the median household income in Lawton? ▼

The median household income in Lawton, OK is $60,761 per year. The poverty rate is 18.1%.

What is the median home value in Lawton? ▼

The median home value in Lawton, OK is $163,800. Median rent is $970/month.

What are the top health concerns in Lawton? ▼

The top health indicators in Lawton include Short Sleep Duration (43.3%), Obesity (43%), High Blood Pressure (37.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Lawton? ▼

Lawton has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Lawton? ▼

The median age in Lawton, OK is 34.1 years. 24.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lawton, OK is located in Comanche County, Oklahoma. With a population of 122K and a median household income of $60,761, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lawton 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 (Comanche 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.