Jenks

Jenks, Oklahoma Overview

Jenks ranks #2 of 20 cities in Oklahoma, earning a B+ grade with a composite score of 60.1/100. The city stands out in Safety (93/100) and Fiscal Health (74/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Jenks

Jenks’s median household income of $104,970 is 73% above the Oklahoma median of $60,528, and its 2.9% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3.3%.

Safety in Jenks

Jenks’s violent crime rate of 130 per 100,000 is well below both the Oklahoma rate of 434 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 747.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Jenks

The median home value is $285,600. Median monthly rent is $1,555. Renters spend 17.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Jenks

The adult obesity rate in Jenks is 31.8% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9%. Residents report an average of 16.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Oklahoma ranks #45 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Jenks

Jenks’s high school graduation rate of 92% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 17.8:1. Per-pupil spending is $10,187. The city has 5 public schools serving 9,980 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Jenks

Jenks enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 60.8°F. Summers average 79°F. Winters average 43.7°F. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches.

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