| ZIP Code | 73717 |
|---|---|
| City | Alva |
| State | Oklahoma (OK) |
| County | Woods County |
| Area Code | 580 |
| Elevation | 1,514 ft |
| Latitude | 36.83916 |
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| Longitude | -98.783763 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 40151 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 17.5% ▲ 75% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 113 (3.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,071 (29.4%) |
| Some College | 466 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 506 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 144 (3.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,346 (36.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,972 ▼ 40% below avg ↓ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $142,500 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $808/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,289 |
| Vacant Units | 640 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,289 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 640 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 73717 is located in Alva, Oklahoma, within Woods County. With a population of 6,800, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.9 years. Economically, 73717 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $45,972 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 73717 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $142,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $808 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.2%) and renters (42.8%). Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 73717 is primarily White (82.37%). Residents are well-educated — 40.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.5%. Household income has declined by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 73717 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 73717 in Alva, OK is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 6,800 residents, a median household income of $45,972, and a median home value of $142,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oklahoma.