Sayre, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Beckham County County
Sayre, OK
At a Glance
How Sayre Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sayre's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sayre a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sayre residents earn a median household income of $41,813 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $10,568. The unemployment rate stands at 10.1% (181% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 777 business establishments, including 69 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sayre is $77,800 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $129,295. Median rent is $770/month, with 26.7% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Sayre reports 84 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 689/100K.
Education
4.7% of adults in Sayre hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below the national average). 72.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sayre has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches.