Ponca City, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Kay County County
Ponca City, OK
At a Glance
How Ponca City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ponca City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ponca City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ponca City residents earn a median household income of $55,270 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,902. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6% (83% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.4% 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 Ponca City is $127,500 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $138,580. Median rent is $827/month, with 26.1% 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 1963.
Education
20.0% of adults in Ponca City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 91.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ponca City has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). 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 42.