What are the schools like in Nowata, OK?

Nowata is served primarily by NOWATA. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.8:1.

What is the median household income in Nowata?

The median household income in Nowata, OK is $41,210 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.0%.

What is the weather like in Nowata, OK?

Nowata has an average high temperature of 47.6°F in January and 92.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 9.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Nowata, OK affordable or expensive?

Nowata's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Nowata is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $85,200 and the median rent is $710 per month.

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

Nowata has a violent crime rate of 308.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1684.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Nowata, OK a Good Place to Live?

Nowata is a small town of 3,543 in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $41,210 and a 7.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Nowata stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Nowata is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Nowata 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: 87.0

Nowata's overall cost of living index is 87.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Nowata costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Nowata, OK	National Avg
Median Home Value	$85,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$710	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	55.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$41,210	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Nowata's violent crime rate is 308.7 per 100,000 residents — 19% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

308.7 /100k

Property Crime

1684.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Nowata is served primarily by NOWATA. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.8:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Nowata, OK	National Avg
School District	NOWATA	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Nowata sees average highs of 47.6°F in January and 92.0°F in July, with 42.1 inches of annual precipitation and 9.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Nowata, OK
Average High — January	47.6°F
Average High — July	92.0°F
Annual Precipitation	42.1"
Annual Snowfall	9.3"

Demographics

Metric	Nowata, OK	National Avg
Population	3,543	—
Median Age	38.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	61.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.7%	6.3%
Under 18	23.8%	22.2%
65 and over	20.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Delaware, OK 6 mi Watova, OK 6 mi New Alluwe, OK 10 mi Lenapah, OK 11 mi Talala, OK 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Nowata

Nowata, OK is covered by 1 ZIP code:

74048

Nowata vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nowata, OK affordable or expensive?

Nowata's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Nowata roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $85,200 and median rent is $710/month.

What is the crime rate in Nowata, OK?

Nowata's violent crime rate is 308.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1684.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Nowata?

Public schools in Nowata are operated by NOWATA. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.8:1. 13.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Nowata, OK a good place to live?

Nowata, OK has a population of 3,543, a median household income of $41,210, and an unemployment rate of 7.0%. 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 Nowata?

Nowata averages 47.6°F in January and 92.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.1 inches with about 9.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Nowata?

Nowata, OK is covered by 1 ZIP code: 74048.

What is the population of Nowata?

The population of Nowata, Oklahoma is 3,543 with a median age of 38.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Nowata?

Key numbers for living in Nowata: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $85,200, median household income $41,210, crime index 81 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Nowata side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.