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Elk City, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Beckham County County
Elk City, OK
At a Glance
How Elk City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elk City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elk City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elk City residents earn a median household income of $49,500 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,572. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 777 business establishments, including 69 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elk City is $165,300 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $164,621. Median rent is $850/month, with 31.8% 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 1982.
Safety & Crime
Elk City reports 113 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,181/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
15.5% of adults in Elk City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 89.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elk City has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.