Sasakwa, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Pontotoc County County
Sasakwa, OK
At a Glance
How Sasakwa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sasakwa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sasakwa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sasakwa residents earn a median household income of $45,000 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,825. The unemployment rate stands at 10.5% (192% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,188 business establishments, including 80 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sasakwa is $65,800 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $201,064. Median rent is $642/month, with 20.8% 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 1972.
Education
11.1% of adults in Sasakwa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 77.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sasakwa has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.