Sallisaw, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Sequoyah County County
Sallisaw, OK
At a Glance
How Sallisaw Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sallisaw's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sallisaw a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sallisaw residents earn a median household income of $47,333 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,443. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 767 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sallisaw is $123,500 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $187,977. Median rent is $861/month, with 27.6% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Sallisaw reports 529 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,188/100K.
Education
15.9% of adults in Sallisaw hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 82.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sallisaw has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.