| ZIP Code | 73142 |
|---|---|
| City | Oklahoma City |
| State | Oklahoma (OK) |
| County | Oklahoma County |
| Area Code | 405/572 |
| Elevation | 1,161 ft |
| Latitude | 35.609765 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.646818 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 40109 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.5 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 7.2% ▼ 29% below avg |
| College Grads | 67.1% ▲ 73% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 143 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 983 (9.3%) |
| Some College | 926 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 1,423 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 878 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,215 (58.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,966 ≈ Avg ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $344,600 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,211/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,997 |
| Vacant Units | 596 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,997 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 596 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 73142 is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, within Oklahoma County. With a population of 16,364, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.5 years. Economically, 73142 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,966 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 73142 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $344,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,211 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.5%) and renters (43.6%). Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 73142 is majority White (56.82%). Residents are highly educated — 67.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.2%. Household income has declined by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 73142 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 73142 in Oklahoma City, OK is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 16,364 residents, a median household income of $73,966, and a median home value of $344,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oklahoma.