Sand Springs, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Pawnee County County
Sand Springs, OK
At a Glance
How Sand Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sand Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sand Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sand Springs residents earn a median household income of $73,400 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,145. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 358 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sand Springs is $186,700 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $242,309. Median rent is $1,016/month, with 26.9% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Sand Springs reports 243 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,762/100K.
Education
25.1% of adults in Sand Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sand Springs has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches.