Owasso

Owasso, Oklahoma Overview

With a composite score of 59.3/100 and a B+ grade, Owasso ranks #4 of 20 cities in Oklahoma. Its strongest showing is in Safety (86/100), while Outdoor Access (13/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Owasso

Owasso’s median household income of $79,386 is 31% above the Oklahoma median of $60,528, and its 2.8% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3.3%. That economic strength is drawing residents — the population grew 3.5% recently.

Safety in Owasso

Owasso’s violent crime rate of 125.6 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 1765.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Owasso

The median home value is $231,400. Median monthly rent is $1,222. Renters spend 18.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Owasso

The adult obesity rate in Owasso is 33.8% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.4%. 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 Owasso

Owasso has a high school graduation rate of 90%. The student-teacher ratio is 18.4:1. Per-pupil spending of $9,409 falls below the national median. The city has 12 public schools serving 9,255 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Owasso

Owasso enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 60.1°F. Summers average 78.4°F. Winters average 43.1°F. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches.

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