Cushing, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Lincoln County County
Cushing, OK
At a Glance
How Cushing Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cushing's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cushing a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cushing residents earn a median household income of $44,282 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,072. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 731 business establishments, including 52 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cushing is $112,100 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $144,458. Median rent is $772/month, with 24.1% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Cushing reports 273 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 28% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,424/100K.
Education
16.7% of adults in Cushing hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 87.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cushing has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches.