What are the schools like in Canton, OK?

Canton is served primarily by CANTON. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.6:1.

What is the median household income in Canton?

The median household income in Canton, OK is $59,297 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 18.5%.

What is the weather like in Canton, OK?

Canton has an average high temperature of 48.0°F in January and 94.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 10.3 inches.

Canton, OK Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Canton, OK affordable or expensive?

Canton's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Canton is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $59,200 and the median rent is $813 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Canton, OK?

Canton has a violent crime rate of 890.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 890.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Canton, OK a Good Place to Live?

Canton is a small town of 520 in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $59,297 and a 18.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Canton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include a higher-than-average crime index, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Canton is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Canton city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 86.3

Canton's overall cost of living index is 86.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Canton costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Canton, OK	National Avg
Median Home Value	$59,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$813	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$59,297	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

Canton's violent crime rate is 890.9 per 100,000 residents — 134% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

890.9 /100k

Property Crime

890.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Canton is served primarily by CANTON. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Canton, OK	National Avg
School District	CANTON	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Canton sees average highs of 48.0°F in January and 94.0°F in July, with 32.0 inches of annual precipitation and 10.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Canton, OK
Average High — January	48.0°F
Average High — July	94.0°F
Annual Precipitation	32.0"
Annual Snowfall	10.3"

Demographics

Metric	Canton, OK	National Avg
Population	520	—
Median Age	26.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	18.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	8.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	76.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	39.4%	22.2%
65 and over	16.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Longdale, OK 6 mi Eagle City, OK 8 mi Oakwood, OK 11 mi Homestead, OK 13 mi Hitchcock, OK 15 mi

Canton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Canton, OK affordable or expensive?

Canton's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Canton roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $59,200 and median rent is $813/month.

What is the crime rate in Canton, OK?

Canton's violent crime rate is 890.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 890.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Canton?

Public schools in Canton are operated by CANTON. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.6:1. 19.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Canton, OK a good place to live?

Canton, OK has a population of 520, a median household income of $59,297, and an unemployment rate of 18.5%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Canton?

Canton averages 48.0°F in January and 94.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 32.0 inches with about 10.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Canton?

The population of Canton, Oklahoma is 520 with a median age of 26.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Canton?

Key numbers for living in Canton: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $59,200, median household income $59,297, crime index 158 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Canton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.