Living in May, Oklahoma

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of May · Census data 2020–2024

May has 29 residents with a median age of 65.2. The median household income is $61,146 (6% lower than the Oklahoma median).

May is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

May at a glance

Population
29
Median age
65.2State: 37
Median household income
$61,146State: $65,039
Homeowners
87%
Bachelor's degree or higher
58.6%
Average commute
11 min

Is May a good place to live?

Pros: An average commute of 11 minutes.

Cons: Median household income 6% lower than the Oklahoma median; unemployment of 18.2%; a poverty rate of 20.7%.

The weather is best in April–May and September–October.

May median household income

The median household income in May is $61,146 and the income per person is $50,159. 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line (Oklahoma: 15.3%).

Median household income

May$61,146
Oklahoma$65,039
United States$80,734

Housing in May: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
25
Owner-occupied
87%
Renter-occupied
13%
Vacant
8%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
2008
Average household size
1.26

May demographics

Population
29
Median age
65.2
Under 18
0%
65 and older
51.7%
Households
23
Foreign-born
0%
Veterans
0%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White96.6%
Hispanic or Latino0%
Black0%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of May ›

Education in May

58.6% of adults 25 and older in May have a bachelor's degree or higher (Oklahoma: 28.3%), and 0% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

May58.6%
Oklahoma28.3%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in May

Unemployment rate
18.2%State: 5%
Average commute
11 minState: 22 min
Work from home
0%
Drive alone
100%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
0%
Homes with broadband
100%

May vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
May29$61,146——
Fort Supply274$63,000$125,900$722
Laverne904$60,694$115,600$886
Buffalo1,092$72,065$88,300$696
Fargo307$70,114$67,500$663
Gage397$43,750$56,900$826
Woodward11,882$54,463$157,800$839
Shattuck1,212$54,868$119,400$892
Follett305$88,438$97,500—

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Living in May: FAQ

What is the median household income in May, OK?

The median household income in May is $61,146, 6% lower than the Oklahoma median of $65,039 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

Is May, OK a good place to live?

Pluses: an average commute of 11 minutes. Minuses: median household income 6% lower than the Oklahoma median; unemployment of 18.2%; a poverty rate of 20.7%.

What is the median age in May?

The median age in May is 65.2 years (Oklahoma: 37).

How long is the commute in May?

The average commute to work in May is 11 minutes; 0% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in May?

The unemployment rate in May is 18.2% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is May?

58.6% of adults in May have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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