Comanche County, Oklahoma: USDA programs and conservation funding

1,000
Farms & Ranches
417K
Acres in Agriculture
417
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$49.4M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cattle, Grain, Wheat, Cotton, Equine
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Comanche County, Oklahoma has 1,000 farms working 417,168 agricultural acres (average 417 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $49.4 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cattle, Grain, Wheat. Vegetation typically peaks in May, defining the primary growing season.

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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

About Comanche County

Comanche County sits within the Central Rolling Red Prairies (MLRA 80A) region. Elevation averages about 1,223 feet.

Temperatures in Comanche County range from a January mean low of 29°F to a July mean high near 95°F. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches.

Comanche County ran 1,000 farms, 417,168 acres of farmland, and 67,611 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: cattle, wheat, and cotton.


Quick Facts

RegionSouthwestern Oklahoma
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Wheat, Cotton, Poultry, Horses, Sheep

Current Conditions

Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 25+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.

Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14

Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Comanche County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

1606 NW Lawton Ave, Lawton, OK 73507

(580) 353-1564

Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.

What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.


Programs for Comanche County Operations

Based on Comanche County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Grazing management near the Wichita Mountains emphasizes wildlife habitat compatibility and native grass conservation. Cotton production systems incorporate integrated pest management and soil health practices adapted to red soil conditions.

Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.


Local Conservation Priorities

Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.

How to find your county's priorities:

  • Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
  • Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
  • Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria

Bordering Counties

If your operation extends into or you compare conditions against adjacent counties, see Caddo County, Oklahoma, Cotton County, Oklahoma, Grady County, Oklahoma, Kiowa County, Oklahoma, Stephens County, Oklahoma, and Tillman County, Oklahoma. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.

Your Next Steps in Comanche County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Oklahoma guide: Oklahoma Farm Programs Guide

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Related program guides

EQIP Prescribed GrazingCSPCRP

Vegetation Baseline

0.48
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.75
Peak season (May)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Comanche County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.