Sallisaw, OK Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Jessica C. Jan 7, 2026

Best industries in Sallisaw right now

Hey, I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $861 for rent here. Rent is about $861/month for a decent place. With a population of 8,553, Sallisaw is a small town. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Thoughts? T...

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Ian Mitchell Jun 14, 2025

Is Sallisaw getting better or worse?

Curious what people think. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Sallisaw sits at 321.8 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks! The weather tak...

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Ariana Cruz Apr 12, 2025

Anyone regret moving to Sallisaw?

First post here. Crime rate is something to consider -Sallisaw sits at 321.8 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Let me know your thoughts. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-d...

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Ian Mitchell Mar 7, 2025

Commute times in Sallisaw -how bad?

I'm single, late 30s, and Crime rate is something to consider -Sallisaw sits at 321.8 per 100K. Household incomes average around $47,333 in Sallisaw. The weather takes some getting used to. Any advice would be great.

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