c.1948 Affordable Oklahoma Home $59,900

c.1948 Affordable Oklahoma Home. Affordable and adorable. Located on a quaint tree lined road.

229 N Arapahoe Ave, Geary, OK 73040   $59,900

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Pros of Living in Geary, OK

1. Exceptional Affordability

• Living costs are notably low—approximately 28% lower than the U.S. average, and about 13% below the Oklahoma average.

• Housing is especially affordable: a typical home costs around $76,300 (77% less than national average), while renting a two-bedroom goes for about $890/month.

2. Solid Livability & Cost of Living Ratings

• Citytistics gives Geary an above-average livability score, citing strong performance in affordability, education, and overall happiness.

• Niche rates the town highly in cost of living (A), housing (B+), and even nightlife (A–), reflecting a decent quality of life in some respects.

3. Affordable Real Estate & Appreciation

• AreaVibes assigns housing an A+ grade: average home price is just $59,000, with strong appreciation rates and excellent affordability.

4. Stable Internet Access

• Dwellics highlights reliable fixed‑line internet as a significant local advantage—great for remote work or streaming.

5. Health Indicators & Climate

• The town enjoys lower cancer incidence and mortality rates, indicating positive environmental and health trends

• The climate is generally dry and sunny with fewer windy days, appealing to those who prefer milder, consistent weather.

6. Cultural and Demographic Diversity

• Niche gives Geary an A grade for diversity—both ethnically and economically.

• NeighborhoodScout confirms this, highlighting a mix of White, Native American, and Hispanic residents, making Geary one of the more diverse towns in the area.

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Cons of Living in Geary, OK

1. Educational Performance Challenges

• Across all school levels—elementary through high school—proficiency scores in reading and language arts are low.

• AreaVibes reflects this with lower school ratings, possibly due to test scores and limited educational facilities.

• Niche gives Geary Public Schools a C overall, with only 8% proficiency in reading and 17% in math, and a below-average graduation rate of 75%.

2. Population Constraints

• Geary is very small—under 1,000 residents according to census data.

• Citytistics notes population decline (about −5% over five years), raising concerns about long-term viability and local services.

3. Poverty & Income Levels

• Poverty rates are elevated: 17–24% of residents live below the poverty line. Median household income hovers around $42,800—well below national average.

• NeighborhoodScout reinforces this, stating 34% of residents are below the poverty line, with child poverty around 28%, and income levels below most U.S. neighborhoods.

4. Health & Safety Infrastructure Gaps

• AreaVibes assigns a poor grade for health & safety, citing limited access to medical facilities, subpar air quality, and sparse emergency services.

5. Crime Data—Mixed But Concerning

• AreaVibes points out lower crime versus state average—but flags health and safety as weak.

• CrimeGrade.org tells a grimmer story: Geary ranks in the lowest 9th percentile for safety nationwide, with high property and violent crime relative to other cities. Estimated crime costs are high—over $2,000 per household annually.

• BestPlaces also indicates a higher violent crime rate than the U.S. average.

6. Governance and Safety Concerns

• In a notable 2024 incident, the entire Geary police department and two city council members resigned abruptly, causing local concern over governance and public safety. Interim deputies from county sheriffs filled the gap temporarily

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