Purcell, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · McClain County County
Purcell, OK
At a Glance
How Purcell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Purcell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Purcell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Purcell residents earn a median household income of $60,529 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,609. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,302 business establishments, including 87 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Purcell is $163,000 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $226,254. Median rent is $871/month, with 37.1% 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 1980.
Safety & Crime
Purcell reports 259 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 32% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,119/100K.
Education
19.9% of adults in Purcell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 78.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Purcell has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.