Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Overview

Oklahoma City scores 46.3/100 overall (C), ranking #11 of 20 cities in Oklahoma — above the state composite of 41.5. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 82/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 13/100.

Income & Employment in Oklahoma City

The median household income in Oklahoma City is $67,015, 11% above the statewide median of $60,528. The local unemployment rate of 3.1% is lower than the state’s 3.3%. Population grew 1.2% recently.

Safety in Oklahoma City

With a violent crime rate of 650 per 100,000, Oklahoma City exceeds the Oklahoma average of 434. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 2991.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City has a cost of living index of 91 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $215,100. Median monthly rent is $1,083. Renters spend 19.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Oklahoma City

The adult obesity rate in Oklahoma City is 38.3%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.6%. Residents report an average of 17.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Oklahoma ranks #45 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Oklahoma City

The high school graduation rate in Oklahoma City is 73.9%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio is 17.8:1. Per-pupil spending is $10,750. The city has 142 public schools serving 107,029 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 60.1°F. Summers average 79.5°F. Winters average 40.8°F. Annual precipitation is 32.6 inches.

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