Sawyer, OK

Oklahoma

Sawyer is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 424. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
424 Population 49/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $31,012 per capita
$157,300 Home Value $207,216 Zillow
$867 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,300 home value, $867/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,300
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

How Sawyer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population424
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density49/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$31,012
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$589M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,300
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,216

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property315/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary315/100K

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation434 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute31 min
Libraries1

Is Sawyer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sawyer receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sawyer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sawyer is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sawyer is $157,300, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sawyer is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 315 per 100,000, 84% below the national average.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sawyer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Sawyer has a population of 424 with a density of 49 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.5%), with 22.4% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

424
Total Population
49
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
8.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sawyer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.3%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sawyer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sawyer is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Sawyer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,012
Avg Weekly Wage$836
IRS Avg AGI$48,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)386
County GDP$589M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare54
Retail50
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,570
55% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Sawyer is $157,300, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,216.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,300
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$207,216

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,570
55% below US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Sawyer, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sawyer vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma12.5%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death17,858/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access28.1%
Healthcare Facilities54
Sawyer has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 315 per 100,000 (84% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Sawyer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property315.5/100K
84% below US avg
Burglary315.5/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Sawyer has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation434 ft (132 m)
Area8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates34.0187°N, 95.3785°W
County FIPS40023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%
D 16.7%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density49/sq mi
Total Area8.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants26
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home4.9%

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