Ardmore, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Carter County County
Ardmore, OK
At a Glance
How Ardmore Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ardmore's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ardmore a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ardmore residents earn a median household income of $52,954 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,358. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,742 business establishments, including 134 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ardmore is $158,800 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $157,231. Median rent is $959/month, with 26.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Ardmore reports 1,149 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 202% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,170/100K.
Education
22.2% of adults in Ardmore hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 86.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ardmore has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.