Chelsea, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Rogers County County
Chelsea, OK
At a Glance
How Chelsea Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chelsea's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chelsea a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chelsea residents earn a median household income of $42,875 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,376. The unemployment rate stands at 12.3% (242% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,210 business establishments, including 118 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chelsea is $101,300 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $132,081. Median rent is $756/month, with 27.8% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Chelsea reports 50 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 951/100K.
Education
9.1% of adults in Chelsea hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 83.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chelsea has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches.