Dewey, OK

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Dewey Overview

3,379
TOTAL POPULATION
1,610
MALE POPULATION
1,769
FEMALE POPULATION
91.01
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.88
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,591
PER CAPITA INCOME
$48,382
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,607
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
53.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
46.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,293
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Dewey Zip Codes

Dewey Area Codes

Race in Dewey

The most populous races in Dewey are White / Caucasian (2,429 | 71.9%), Native / Alaskan (429 | 12.7%), and Two or more Races (323 | 9.6%).
Race in Dewey
Race# Population% Population
Asian461.4%
Black / African American100.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3149.3%
Native / Alaskan42912.7%
White / Caucasian2,42971.9%
Two or more Races3239.6%
Some other Race1424.2%
Total3,379100.0%

Ancestry in Dewey

The most populous ancestries reported in Dewey are Cherokee (417 | 12.3%), German (362 | 10.7%), American (285 | 8.4%), Irish (273 | 8.1%), and English (231 | 6.8%), together accounting for 46.4% of all Dewey residents.
Ancestry in Dewey
Ancestry# Population% Population
African351.0%
American2858.4%
Apache351.0%
Blackfeet230.7%
British1283.8%
Central American641.9%
Cherokee41712.3%
Chippewa20.1%
Choctaw320.9%
Czech190.6%
Delaware481.4%
English2316.8%
European240.7%
French300.9%
French Canadian250.7%
German36210.7%
Greek140.4%
Guatemalan471.4%
Honduran170.5%
Indian (Asian)391.1%
Irish2738.1%
Iroquois672.0%
Italian140.4%
Korean70.2%
Mexican2176.4%
Scotch-Irish1123.3%
Scottish631.9%
Spaniard331.0%
Subsaharan African351.0%
Swedish140.4%
Welsh942.8%
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Immigrants in Dewey

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Dewey came from Central America (142 | 4.2%), Latin America (142 | 4.2%), Mexico (97 | 2.9%), Asia (39 | 1.1%), and Guatemala (28 | 0.8%), together accounting for 13.3% of all Dewey residents.
Immigrants in Dewey
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia391.1%
Central America1424.2%
China200.6%
Eastern Asia200.6%
Guatemala280.8%
Honduras170.5%
Laos190.6%
Latin America1424.2%
Mexico972.9%
South Eastern Asia190.6%
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Sex and Age in Dewey

Sex and Age in Dewey

The most populous age groups in Dewey are 55 to 59 Years (153 | 9.5%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (263 | 14.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Dewey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years121 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years128 (8.0%)51 (2.9%)
10 to 14 Years84 (5.2%)263 (14.9%)
15 to 19 Years140 (8.7%)174 (9.8%)
20 to 24 Years70 (4.3%)94 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Years55 (3.4%)121 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years45 (2.8%)66 (3.7%)
35 to 39 Years46 (2.9%)110 (6.2%)
40 to 44 Years111 (6.9%)24 (1.4%)
45 to 49 Years94 (5.8%)137 (7.7%)
50 to 54 Years117 (7.3%)125 (7.1%)
55 to 59 Years153 (9.5%)90 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years103 (6.4%)225 (12.7%)
65 to 69 Years153 (9.5%)112 (6.3%)
70 to 74 Years72 (4.5%)26 (1.5%)
75 to 79 Years89 (5.5%)49 (2.8%)
80 to 84 Years6 (0.4%)48 (2.7%)
85 Years and over23 (1.4%)54 (3.0%)
Total1,610 (100.0%)1,769 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Dewey

Median Family Size in Dewey

The median family size in Dewey is 3.19 persons per family, with single female/mother families (212 | 24.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.99 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (122 | 14.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.35 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Dewey
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple518 (60.8%)3.06
Single Male/Father122 (14.3%)2.35
Single Female/Mother212 (24.9%)3.99
Total Families852 (100.0%)3.19

Median Household Size in Dewey

The median household size in Dewey is 2.53 persons per household, with single female/mother households (212 | 16.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.06 persons per household. non-family households (429 | 33.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.02 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Dewey
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple518 (40.4%)3.06
Single Male/Father122 (9.5%)2.98
Single Female/Mother212 (16.6%)4.06
Non-family429 (33.5%)1.02
Total Households1,281 (100.0%)2.53

Household Size by Marriage Status in Dewey

Out of a total of 1,281 households in Dewey, 852 (66.5%) are family households, while 429 (33.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 371, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 423.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dewey
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-423 (33.0%)
2-Person Households371 (29.0%)6 (0.5%)
3-Person Households276 (21.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households147 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households54 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households4 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total852 (66.5%)429 (33.5%)

Female Fertility in Dewey

Fertility by Age in Dewey

Female Fertility by Age in Dewey
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dewey

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dewey
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Dewey

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Dewey
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dewey

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dewey
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Dewey

Income Overview in Dewey

Per Capita Income in Dewey is $22,591, while median incomes of families and households are $48,382 and $43,607 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,379$22,591
Median Family Income852$48,382
Mean Family Income852$63,257
Median Household Income1,281$43,607
Mean Household Income1,281$53,650
Income Deficit852$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,37953.49%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,37946.51¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,3790.45

Earnings by Sex in Dewey

Average Earnings in Dewey are $19,766, $32,543 for men and $15,135 for women, a difference of 53.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Dewey
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male618 (43.7%)$32,543
Female796 (56.3%)$15,135
Total1,414 (100.0%)$19,766

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dewey

The most common earnings brackets in Dewey are $17,500 to $19,999 for men (91 | 14.7%) and $2,499 or less for women (169 | 21.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dewey
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less54 (8.7%)169 (21.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99918 (2.9%)85 (10.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)28 (3.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99951 (8.3%)46 (5.8%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)17 (2.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)49 (6.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)74 (9.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99991 (14.7%)37 (4.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49919 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99926 (4.2%)16 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99949 (7.9%)63 (7.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99958 (9.4%)8 (1.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99941 (6.6%)38 (4.8%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)24 (3.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99941 (6.6%)18 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99951 (8.3%)51 (6.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99917 (2.8%)36 (4.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99914 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+88 (14.2%)37 (4.6%)
Total618 (100.0%)796 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dewey

Average earnings in Dewey are $33,125 for men and $18,176 for women, a difference of 45.1%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $88,393, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $26,500. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $15,875, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $15,875.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dewey
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$26,500$15,875
College or Associate's Degree$88,393$0
Bachelor's Degree$59,345$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$33,125$18,176

Family Income in Dewey

Family Income Brackets in Dewey

According to the Dewey family income data, there are 155 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.2% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 20 families (2.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Dewey
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000394.6%
$10,000 to $14,999667.7%
$15,000 to $24,999799.3%
$25,000 to $34,99915518.2%
$35,000 to $49,9999811.5%
$50,000 to $74,99914917.5%
$75,000 to $99,99911213.1%
$100,000 to $149,99910612.4%
$150,000 to $199,999283.3%
$200,000+202.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dewey

2-person families (424 | 49.8%) account for the highest median family income in Dewey with $52,500 per family, while 2-person families (424 | 49.8%) have the highest median income of $26,250 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dewey
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families424 (49.8%)$52,500
3-Person Families243 (28.5%)$0
4-Person Families147 (17.2%)$0
5-Person Families34 (4.0%)$0
6-Person Families4 (0.5%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total852 (100.0%)$48,382

Family Income by Number of Earners in Dewey

Family Income by Number of Earners in Dewey
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners159 (18.7%)$57,625
1 Earner381 (44.7%)$30,150
2 Earners244 (28.6%)$61,389
3+ Earners68 (8.0%)$0
Total852 (100.0%)$48,382

Household Income in Dewey

Household Income Brackets in Dewey

With 291 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Dewey, accounting for 22.7% of all households. In contrast, only 20 households (1.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Dewey
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00013610.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991108.6%
$15,000 to $24,99915812.3%
$25,000 to $34,99917313.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991179.1%
$50,000 to $74,99929122.7%
$75,000 to $99,9991229.5%
$100,000 to $149,99912810.0%
$150,000 to $199,999282.2%
$200,000+201.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Dewey

The median household income in Dewey is $43,607, with the highest median household income of $50,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 300 households (23.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 69 households (5.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Dewey
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years69 (5.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years300 (23.4%)$50,500
45 to 64 Years524 (40.9%)$45,536
65+ Years388 (30.3%)$33,750
Total1,281 (100.0%)$43,607

Poverty in Dewey

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dewey

With 22.3% poverty level for males and 35.6% for females among the residents of Dewey, under 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 101 males (83.5%) and 93 females (80.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dewey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years101 (83.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years10 (31.2%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years14 (14.6%)66 (36.3%)
12 to 14 Years39 (46.4%)93 (80.9%)
15 Years24 (42.1%)17 (47.2%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)56 (68.3%)
18 to 24 Years61 (51.3%)43 (28.7%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)102 (54.5%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)44 (32.8%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)37 (14.1%)
55 to 64 Years40 (16.2%)83 (28.4%)
65 to 74 Years57 (26.8%)19 (14.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)38 (35.2%)
Total346 (22.3%)598 (35.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dewey

According to the poverty statistics in Dewey, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 85.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dewey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years20 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years22 (68.8%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years82 (85.4%)116 (63.7%)
12 to 14 Years45 (53.6%)22 (19.1%)
15 Years33 (57.9%)19 (52.8%)
16 and 17 Years34 (100.0%)26 (31.7%)
18 to 24 Years58 (48.7%)107 (71.3%)
25 to 34 Years100 (100.0%)85 (45.5%)
35 to 44 Years157 (100.0%)90 (67.2%)
45 to 54 Years201 (100.0%)225 (85.9%)
55 to 64 Years207 (83.8%)209 (71.6%)
65 to 74 Years156 (73.2%)113 (85.6%)
75 Years and over88 (100.0%)70 (64.8%)
Total1,203 (77.7%)1,082 (64.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dewey

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dewey show that 7.0% or 36 of the total 518 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 19.1%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dewey
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children327 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children138 (81.2%)32 (18.8%)
3 or 4 Children17 (80.9%)4 (19.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total482 (93.0%)36 (7.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dewey

According to the poverty data in Dewey, 12.3% or 15 single-father households and 64.6% or 137 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (18.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 104 households (84.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dewey
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)17 (35.4%)
1 or 2 Children15 (18.8%)104 (84.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)16 (39.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (12.3%)137 (64.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dewey

The poverty data for Dewey shows that 36 of the married-couple family households (7.0%) and 152 of the single-parent households (45.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (19.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 119 household (58.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dewey
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)17 (18.9%)
1 or 2 Children32 (18.8%)119 (58.6%)
3 or 4 Children4 (19.1%)16 (39.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (7.0%)152 (45.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Dewey

Employment by Class of Employer in Dewey

Among the 1,251 employed individuals in Dewey, private company employees (962 | 76.9%), local government employees (117 | 9.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (87 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Dewey
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees96276.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)856.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations877.0%
Local Government Employees1179.3%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,251100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Dewey

According to the labor force statistics for Dewey, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,639), 49.0% or 1,293 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 26 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 176 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 38.1% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Dewey
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years87 (39.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years63 (38.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years176 (100.0%)18 (10.2%)
30 to 34 Years89 (80.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years243 (83.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years351 (74.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years145 (59.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years100 (30.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years21 (5.8%)8 (38.1%)
75 Years and over17 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,293 (49.0%)26 (2.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dewey

According to labor force statistics for Dewey, 68.1% of individuals (1,105) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,622) are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 18 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 79.7% or 299 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.1% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dewey
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School78 (50.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma436 (73.5%)24 (4.1%)
College / Associate Degree291 (58.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher299 (79.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,105 (68.1%)26 (1.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Dewey

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dewey are Community & Social Service (161 | 12.7%), Management (134 | 10.6%), Education Instruction & Library (88 | 7.0%), Business & Financial (58 | 4.6%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (31 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Dewey

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dewey, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (61.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (58.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Management (73.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Dewey
OccupationMaleFemale
Management35 (26.1%)99 (73.9%)
Business & Financial20 (34.5%)38 (65.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 82 (50.9%)79 (49.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library51 (58.0%)37 (42.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating19 (61.3%)12 (38.7%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)156 (40.6%)228 (59.4%)
Total (Overall)618 (48.8%)648 (51.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Dewey are Cleaning & Maintenance (96 | 7.6%), Healthcare Support (63 | 5.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (61 | 4.8%), Security & Protection (19 | 1.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (19 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Dewey

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Dewey
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)63 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)61 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance53 (55.2%)43 (44.8%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Total (Category)53 (20.8%)202 (79.2%)
Total (Overall)618 (48.8%)648 (51.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dewey are Office & Administration (163 | 12.9%), and Sales & Related (160 | 12.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Dewey

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Dewey
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related82 (51.2%)78 (48.7%)
Office & Administration38 (23.3%)125 (76.7%)
Total (Category)120 (37.1%)203 (62.8%)
Total (Overall)618 (48.8%)648 (51.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dewey are Construction & Extraction (50 | 4.0%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (18 | 1.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (8 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Dewey

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Dewey
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total (Category)68 (89.5%)8 (10.5%)
Total (Overall)618 (48.8%)648 (51.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dewey are Transportation (121 | 9.6%), Production (65 | 5.1%), and Material Moving (42 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Dewey

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Dewey
OccupationMaleFemale
Production65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving35 (83.3%)7 (16.7%)
Total (Category)221 (96.9%)7 (3.1%)
Total (Overall)618 (48.8%)648 (51.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Dewey

Employment Industries in Dewey

The major employment industries in Dewey include Health Care & Social Assistance (207 | 16.4%), Retail Trade (200 | 15.8%), Manufacturing (169 | 13.4%), Accommodation & Food Services (112 | 8.8%), and Educational Services (97 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Dewey

Employment Industries by Sex in Dewey

The Dewey industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Enterprise Management (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dewey
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing129 (76.3%)40 (23.7%)
Wholesale Trade20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade116 (58.0%)84 (42.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific21 (60.0%)14 (40.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support35 (50.0%)35 (50.0%)
Educational Services51 (52.6%)46 (47.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)207 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)112 (100.0%)
Public Administration41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total618 (48.8%)648 (51.2%)

Education in Dewey

School Enrollment in Dewey

The most common levels of schooling among the 938 students in Dewey are high school (303 | 32.3%), middle school (254 | 27.1%), and elementary school (202 | 21.5%).
School Enrollment in Dewey
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool434.6%
Kindergarten181.9%
Elementary School20221.5%
Middle School25427.1%
High School30332.3%
College / Undergraduate10110.8%
Graduate / Professional171.8%
Total938100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dewey

Out of a total of 938 students who are enrolled in schools in Dewey, 61 (6.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 877 (93.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 31 (46.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 21 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dewey
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old155 (91.7%)14 (8.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds347 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds209 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds58 (78.4%)16 (21.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over36 (53.7%)31 (46.3%)
Total877 (93.5%)61 (6.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dewey

Education (180 | 34.8%), business (173 | 33.5%), computers & mathematics (53 | 10.2%), communications (34 | 6.6%), and social sciences (28 | 5.4%) are the most common fields of study among 517 individuals in Dewey who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dewey
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics5310.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural101.9%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology61.2%
Social Sciences285.4%
Engineering152.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology183.5%
Business17333.5%
Education18034.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications346.6%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total517100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Dewey

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dewey

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dewey are males with 2 vehicles (209, accounting for 34.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (230, making up 32.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dewey
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle192 (31.8%)231 (35.6%)
2 Vehicles209 (34.7%)230 (35.5%)
3 Vehicles170 (28.2%)149 (23.0%)
4 Vehicles14 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles18 (3.0%)38 (5.9%)
Total603 (100.0%)648 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Dewey

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dewey are 5 to 9 minutes (349 commuters, 29.7%), 10 to 14 minutes (323 commuters, 27.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (116 commuters, 9.9%).
Commute Time in Dewey
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes978.3%
5 to 9 Minutes34929.7%
10 to 14 Minutes32327.5%
15 to 19 Minutes1169.9%
20 to 24 Minutes988.4%
25 to 29 Minutes393.3%
30 to 34 Minutes252.1%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes655.5%
60 to 89 Minutes423.6%
90 or more Minutes201.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Dewey

The most common commute times in Dewey are 5 to 9 minutes (182 commuters, 31.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (236 commuters, 39.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Dewey
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes82 (14.1%)15 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes182 (31.3%)167 (28.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes87 (14.9%)236 (39.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes93 (16.0%)23 (3.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes36 (6.2%)62 (10.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes17 (2.9%)22 (3.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)25 (4.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes65 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)42 (7.1%)
90 or more Minutes20 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dewey

The most frequent times of departure to work in Dewey are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (162, 27.8%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (116, 19.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dewey
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM40 (6.9%)19 (3.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM18 (3.1%)24 (4.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM23 (4.0%)23 (3.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM127 (21.8%)92 (15.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM61 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM162 (27.8%)47 (7.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM20 (3.4%)116 (19.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM19 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)72 (12.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM20 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM36 (6.2%)92 (15.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM56 (9.6%)107 (18.1%)
Total582 (100.0%)592 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Dewey

Occupancy by Ownership in Dewey

Of the total 1,281 dwellings in Dewey, owner-occupied units account for 760 (59.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 521 (40.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Dewey
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units76059.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units52140.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,281100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Dewey

Occupancy by Household Size in Dewey
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household42333.0%
2-Person Household37729.4%
3-Person Household27621.5%
4+ Person Household20516.0%
Total Housing Units1,281100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dewey

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dewey
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household281 (66.4%)142 (33.6%)
2-Person Household283 (75.1%)94 (24.9%)
3-Person Household106 (38.4%)170 (61.6%)
4+ Person Household90 (43.9%)115 (56.1%)
Total Housing Units760 (59.3%)521 (40.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dewey

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dewey
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School41 (25.2%)122 (74.9%)
High School Diploma300 (58.0%)217 (42.0%)
College/Associate Degree223 (75.3%)73 (24.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher196 (64.3%)109 (35.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dewey

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dewey
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years23718.5%
35 to 44 Years13210.3%
45 to 54 Years23118.0%
55 to 64 Years29322.9%
65 to 74 Years23818.6%
75 to 84 Years1068.3%
85 Years and Over443.4%
Total1,281100.0%

Housing Finances in Dewey

Median Income by Occupancy in Dewey

Median Income by Occupancy in Dewey
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied760 (59.3%)$54,731
Renter-Occupied521 (40.7%)$19,710
Average1,281 (100.0%)$43,607

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dewey

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dewey
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00018 (2.4%)60 (11.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)58 (11.1%)
$10,000 to $14,99917 (2.2%)93 (17.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99939 (5.1%)56 (10.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99946 (6.0%)16 (3.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999114 (15.0%)59 (11.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99946 (6.0%)70 (13.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999234 (30.8%)57 (10.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99970 (9.2%)52 (10.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999128 (16.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more48 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total760 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dewey

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dewey
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30045 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499173 (22.8%)11 (2.1%)
$500 to $799187 (24.6%)174 (33.4%)
$800 to $99992 (12.1%)59 (11.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499107 (14.1%)71 (13.6%)
$1,500 to $1,999136 (17.9%)54 (10.4%)
$2,000 to $2,49920 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)17 (3.3%)
Total760 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Dewey

Housing Structures in Dewey

Housing Structures in Dewey
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,13588.6%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments514.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments796.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other161.3%
Total1,281100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dewey

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dewey
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached744 (65.5%)391 (34.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)79 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total760 (59.3%)521 (40.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dewey

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dewey
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)43 (8.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms234 (30.8%)264 (50.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms316 (41.6%)150 (28.8%)
8 or more Rooms210 (27.6%)64 (12.3%)
Total760 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dewey

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dewey
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas522 (68.7%)265 (50.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas35 (4.6%)18 (3.5%)
Electricity203 (26.7%)186 (35.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)32 (6.1%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)20 (3.8%)
Total760 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Dewey

Household Vehicle Usage in Dewey
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle17 (2.2%)39 (7.5%)
1 Vehicle267 (35.1%)238 (45.7%)
2 Vehicles347 (45.7%)129 (24.8%)
3 or more Vehicles129 (17.0%)115 (22.1%)
Total760 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Dewey

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dewey

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units308452
Median Property Value$125,600$119,900
Median Household Income$51,500$48
Monthly Housing Costs$430$0
Real Estate Taxes$592$140

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dewey

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dewey
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00033 (10.7%)15 (3.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999105 (34.1%)113 (25.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999156 (50.6%)310 (68.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99914 (4.5%)14 (3.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total308 (100.0%)452 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dewey

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dewey
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00018 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99970 (22.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9999 (2.9%)32 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99945 (14.6%)105 (23.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99997 (31.5%)1 (0.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99952 (16.9%)137 (30.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99917 (5.5%)18 (4.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)111 (24.6%)
Total308 (100.0%)452 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dewey

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dewey
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x152 (49.3%)57,550 (12,732.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x40 (13.0%)221 (48.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x27 (8.8%)78 (17.3%)
4.0x or more71 (23.1%)107 (23.7%)
Total308 (100.0%)452 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dewey

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dewey
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800141 (45.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49946 (14.9%)64 (14.2%)
$800 to $1,49954 (17.5%)100 (22.1%)
Total308 (100.0%)452 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Dewey

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dewey

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dewey
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years153 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years663 (83.5%)131 (16.5%)
19 to 25 Years138 (74.6%)47 (25.4%)
26 to 34 Years236 (84.3%)44 (15.7%)
35 to 44 Years246 (84.5%)45 (15.5%)
45 to 54 Years463 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years430 (79.8%)109 (20.2%)
65 to 74 Years345 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older196 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,870 (88.4%)376 (11.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dewey

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dewey
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born153 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen663 (83.5%)131 (16.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen138 (74.6%)47 (25.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dewey

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dewey
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000771 (85.5%)131 (14.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999673 (78.8%)181 (21.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999710 (97.3%)20 (2.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999317 (87.8%)44 (12.2%)
$100,000 and over399 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dewey

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dewey
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6108 (70.6%)80 (52.3%)
6 to 18 Years455 (57.3%)329 (41.4%)
19 to 25 Years49 (26.5%)89 (48.1%)
25 to 34 Years117 (41.8%)119 (42.5%)
35 to 44 Years95 (32.7%)207 (71.1%)
45 to 54 Years163 (35.2%)372 (80.3%)
55 to 64 Years204 (37.9%)285 (52.9%)
65 to 74 Years336 (97.4%)135 (39.1%)
75 Years and over196 (100.0%)137 (69.9%)
Total1,723 (53.1%)1,753 (54.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dewey

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dewey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years58 (19.1%)22 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.7%)40 (11.9%)
35 to 64 Years114 (18.8%)110 (16.0%)
65 to 74 Years171 (80.3%)64 (48.5%)
75 Years and over34 (38.6%)52 (48.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dewey

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Dewey: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years43 (7.1%)15 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years48 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over20 (22.7%)14 (13.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Dewey: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)11 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)17 (12.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (18.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Dewey: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years58 (19.1%)22 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.7%)40 (11.9%)
35 to 64 Years28 (4.6%)63 (9.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)47 (35.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Dewey: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years57 (9.4%)82 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years109 (51.2%)49 (37.1%)
75 Years and over17 (19.3%)51 (47.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Dewey: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)11 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years17 (8.0%)17 (12.9%)
75 Years and over17 (19.3%)14 (13.0%)

Technology Access in Dewey

Computing Device Access in Dewey

Computing Device Access in Dewey
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop87067.9%
Smartphone1,10386.1%
Tablet71956.1%
No Computing Device937.3%
Total1,281100.0%

Internet Access in Dewey

Internet Access in Dewey
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home66351.8%
Cellular Data Only13210.3%
Satellite Internet19515.2%
No Internet29723.2%
Total1,281100.0%

Dewey Summary

Dewey, Oklahoma is a small town located in Washington County, in the northeastern part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Cimarron River, and is part of the Tulsa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town was founded in 1891, and was named after Admiral George Dewey, a hero of the Spanish-American War.

Geography

Dewey is located at 36°45'25" North, 95°59'45" West (36.756944, -95.995833). It is situated at an elevation of 745 feet (227 m). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.

Economy

Dewey's economy is largely based on agriculture and oil production. The town is home to several oil and gas companies, including Apache Corporation, Devon Energy, and Chesapeake Energy. The town also has a number of small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there were 2,845 people, 1,093 households, and 790 families residing in the town. The population density was 2,364.2 people per square mile (912.2/km2). There were 1,213 housing units at an average density of 997.2 per square mile (385.2/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 87.45% White, 0.53% African American, 5.90% Native American, 0.17% Asian, 0.17% Pacific Islander, 0.53% from other races, and 5.24% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.90% of the population.
There were 1,093 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.2% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.2% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $35,938. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,938. About 11.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Dewey, Oklahoma is a small town located in Washington County, in the northeastern part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Cimarron River, and is part of the Tulsa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town was founded in 1891, and was named after Admiral George Dewey, a hero of the Spanish-American War. The town's economy is largely based on agriculture and oil production, and it is home to several oil and gas companies. According to the 2000 census, the population of Dewey was 2,845, with a median household income of $30,938.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Dewey?
Total Population of Dewey is 3,379.
What is the Total Male Population of Dewey?
Total Male Population of Dewey is 1,610.
What is the Total Female Population of Dewey?
Total Female Population of Dewey is 1,769.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dewey?
There are 91.01 Males per 100 Females in Dewey.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dewey?
There are 109.88 Females per 100 Males in Dewey.
What is the Median Population Age in Dewey?
Median Population Age in Dewey is 44.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dewey
Average Family Size in Dewey is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dewey
Average Household Size in Dewey is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dewey?
Per Capita income in Dewey is $22,591.
What is the Median Family Income in Dewey?
Median Family Income in Dewey is $48,382.
What is the Median Household income in Dewey?
Median Household Income in Dewey is $43,607.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dewey?
Income or Wage Gap in Dewey is 53.5%.
Women in Dewey earn 46.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dewey?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dewey is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dewey?
There are 1,293 People in the Labor Forcein in Dewey.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dewey?
49.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Dewey.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dewey?
Unemployment Rate in Dewey is 2.0%.