Shawnee

Shawnee, Oklahoma Overview

Shawnee scores 44.8/100 overall (D), ranking #13 of 20 cities in Oklahoma — above the state composite of 41.5. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 78/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 13/100.

Income & Employment in Shawnee

The median household income in Shawnee is $54,281, 10% below the statewide median of $60,528. The local unemployment rate of 3.8% is higher than the state’s 3.3%. Population grew 0.9% recently.

Safety in Shawnee

Shawnee reports 485.5 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 434 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 3075.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Shawnee

The median home value is $147,800. Median monthly rent is $912. Renters spend 20.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Shawnee

The adult obesity rate in Shawnee is 40.5%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.7%. Residents report an average of 19.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Oklahoma ranks #45 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Shawnee

Shawnee has a high school graduation rate of 82.5%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,562. The city has 17 public schools serving 6,842 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Shawnee

Shawnee enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 60.5°F. Summers average 79.4°F. Winters average 42.1°F. Annual precipitation is 37 inches.

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