Blackwell, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Kay County County
Blackwell, OK
At a Glance
How Blackwell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blackwell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blackwell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blackwell residents earn a median household income of $50,104 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,782. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,232 business establishments, including 98 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blackwell is $77,000 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $62,411. Median rent is $852/month, with 23.2% 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 1954.
Safety & Crime
Blackwell reports 461 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 21% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,256/100K.
Education
11.0% of adults in Blackwell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blackwell has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.