Broken Arrow

Broken Arrow, Oklahoma Overview

With a composite score of 57.4/100 and a B+ grade, Broken Arrow ranks #5 of 20 cities in Oklahoma. Its strongest showing is in Safety (84/100), while Outdoor Access (13/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Broken Arrow

Broken Arrow’s median household income of $84,374 is 39% above the Oklahoma median of $60,528, and its 3% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3.3%. That economic strength is drawing residents — the population grew 2.5% recently.

Safety in Broken Arrow

At 208.4 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Broken Arrow sits meaningfully below the Oklahoma average of 434 — a 108% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1367.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Broken Arrow

The median home value is $229,300. Median monthly rent is $1,240. Renters spend 17.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Broken Arrow

The adult obesity rate in Broken Arrow is 33.7% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.6%. Residents report an average of 16.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Oklahoma ranks #45 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Broken Arrow

Broken Arrow has a high school graduation rate of 89%. The student-teacher ratio is 18.3:1. Per-pupil spending of $9,237 falls below the national median. The city has 35 public schools serving 25,284 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Broken Arrow

Broken Arrow enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 60.7°F. Summers average 79°F. Winters average 43.7°F. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches.

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