Oklahoma
Ponca City is a small city in Oklahoma with a population of 24,377. Residents earn $55,270 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, Ponca City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ponca City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Ponca City is $55,270, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Ponca City is $127,500, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $827 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 787 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,156 per 100,000, 163% above the national average.
20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Ponca City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 93.8% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.2% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,270 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,902 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $956 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,646 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.4% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,232 |
| County GDP | $2,333M |
| Restaurants | 98 |
| Healthcare | 116 |
| Retail | 167 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,395 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.88% |
| Commute Time | 15.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
| Census Median | $127,500 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $130,162 |
| Median List Price | $114,950 |
| Median List Price | $114,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $88 |
| Homes Sold | 27 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.6% |
| Price Drops | 16.8% |
| Inventory | 101 |
| Census Median Rent | $827 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $784 |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,395 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.88% |
| Obesity | 43.3% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.0% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.9% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 13,038/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 116 |
| Total Violent | 787.3/100K |
| 107% above US avg | |
| Murder | 12.1/100K |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Rape | 96.9/100K |
| Robbery | 56.5/100K |
| Assault | 621.8/100K |
| Total Property | 5,155.9/100K |
| 163% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,166.8/100K |
| Theft | 3,775.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 214.0/100K |
| Arson | 12.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.4°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.6 inches |
| 12% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 993 ft (303 m) |
| Area | 18.4 sq mi (47.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,326/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7210°N, 97.0684°W |
| County FIPS | 40071 |
Winner: Republican by 49.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.0% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,326/sq mi |
| Total Area | 18.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 116 |
| Restaurants | 98 |
| Retail Stores | 167 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 15.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |