What are the schools like in Tipton, OK?

Tipton is served primarily by TIPTON. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.1:1.

What is the median household income in Tipton?

The median household income in Tipton, OK is $39,450 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 10.6%.

What is the weather like in Tipton, OK?

Tipton has an average high temperature of 52.9°F in January and 96.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 2.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Tipton, OK affordable or expensive?

Tipton's cost of living index is 81, where 100 represents the national average. This means Tipton is 19% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $65,500 and the median rent is $393 per month.

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

Tipton has a violent crime rate of 441.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1531.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Tipton, OK a Good Place to Live?

Tipton is a small town of 729 in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $39,450 and a 10.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 81 (US average = 100), which is 19% below the national average.

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

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

All Tipton 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: 81.0

Tipton's overall cost of living index is 81.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Tipton costs roughly 19% less than the average American city.

Metric	Tipton, OK	National Avg
Median Home Value	$65,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$393	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$39,450	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Tipton's violent crime rate is 441.4 per 100,000 residents — 16% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

441.4 /100k

Property Crime

1531.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Tipton is served primarily by TIPTON. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Tipton, OK	National Avg
School District	TIPTON	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Tipton sees average highs of 52.9°F in January and 96.7°F in July, with 27.9 inches of annual precipitation and 2.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Tipton, OK
Average High — January	52.9°F
Average High — July	96.7°F
Annual Precipitation	27.9"
Annual Snowfall	2.8"

Demographics

Metric	Tipton, OK	National Avg
Population	729	—
Median Age	45.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	10.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	71.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	4.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	19.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.9%	22.2%
65 and over	19.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Tipton

Tipton, OK is covered by 1 ZIP code:

73570

Tipton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tipton, OK affordable or expensive?

Tipton's cost of living index is 81, where 100 is the national average. That makes Tipton roughly 19% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $65,500 and median rent is $393/month.

What is the crime rate in Tipton, OK?

Tipton's violent crime rate is 441.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1531.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Tipton?

Public schools in Tipton are operated by TIPTON. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1. 22.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Tipton, OK a good place to live?

Tipton, OK has a population of 729, a median household income of $39,450, and an unemployment rate of 10.6%. 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 Tipton?

Tipton averages 52.9°F in January and 96.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 27.9 inches with about 2.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Tipton?

Tipton, OK is covered by 1 ZIP code: 73570.

What is the population of Tipton?

The population of Tipton, Oklahoma is 729 with a median age of 45.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Tipton?

Key numbers for living in Tipton: cost of living index 81 (100 = US average), median home $65,500, median household income $39,450, crime index 99 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Tipton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.