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Spencer, OK

Oklahoma · Oklahoma County · Oklahoma City Metro

Spencer is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 3,942. Residents earn $57,550 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,942 Population 733/sq mi density
$57,550 Median Income $26,749 per capita
$119,000 Home Value $141,247 Zillow
$940 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
301 Violent Crime/100K 2,106 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$57,550 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,000 home value, $940/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
301 violent crimes/100K (21% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $57,550
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,000
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 301/100K
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $940
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,942
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density733/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 33%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,550
Per Capita$26,749
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$73,735M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,000
Rent$940
Ownership66.6%
Zillow$141,247
Housing Units1,935
Rent Burden21.4%

Crime

F
Violent301/100K
Property2,106/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault226/100K
Burglary777/100K

Health

Obesity42.9%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking15.9%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score4.94

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute26 min
Broadband82.4%
EV Stations4
Libraries19

Is Spencer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spencer receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Spencer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spencer is $57,550, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spencer is $119,000, 58% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Spencer is below the national average at 301 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,106 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Spencer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Spencer has a population of 3,942 with a density of 733 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly Black (49.1%), with 32.8% White, 3.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.2% of residents, while 12.8% speak Spanish. 7.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,942
Total Population
733
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Spencer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.2%
11% above US avg
Spanish 12.8%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spencer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spencer is $57,550, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,749 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,267, 12% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 33,295 business establishments, including 2,320 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 6.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Spencer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,550
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,749
Avg Weekly Wage$1,267
IRS Avg AGI$84,450
Gini Index0.491 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)33,295
County GDP$73,735M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,320
Healthcare3,238
Retail2,979
Manufacturing664

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,738
64% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Spencer is $119,000, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,247, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.5% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $940 (19% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $791 for a one-bedroom to $995 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,935 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $5,738 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 21.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,000
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,247
Median List Price$154,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$154,950
$/Sq Ft$103
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$940
19% below US avg
Rent Burden21.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.6%
Owner-Occupied66.6%
Renter-Occupied33.4%
Housing Units1,935
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,738
64% above US avg
Effective Rate4.82%
In Spencer, 42.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 41.0% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 13.3% report binge drinking. 31.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 12.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,230. The dentist ratio is 1:916. 93.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure41.0%
Asthma12.9%
COPD6.7%
Cancer5.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,230
Dentists1:916
Mental Health1:140
Checkup Rate79.9%
Dental Visits56.1%
Premature Death10,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access93.8%
Healthcare Facilities3,238
Spencer has a violent crime rate of 301 per 100,000 residents, 21% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 225.6 per 100,000, robbery at 25.1, rape at 50.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,106 per 100,000, 7% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 953, burglary at 777, vehicle theft at 376 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 89 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 182 federally declared disasters. Overall, Spencer receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent300.8/100K
21% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape50.1/100K
Robbery25.1/100K
Assault225.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,105.8/100K
7% above US avg
Burglary777.1/100K
Theft952.6/100K
Vehicle Theft376.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)89
Traffic Accidents104
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Spencer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 1,184 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²)
Population Density733/sq mi
Coordinates35.5108°N, 97.3716°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyOklahoma County County
Nearest AirportWill Rogers World (OKC)
15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (May) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.26"

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0489 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)12.7 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.01 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.44 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score97.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability49.1 / 100
Community Resilience39.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very High
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

5,051 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

Sep 3, 2016 14 km NW of Pawnee, Oklahoma M5.8 109 km
Feb 3, 2024 8 km NW of Prague, Oklahoma M5.1 55 km
Apr 7, 2018 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma M4.6 88 km
Apr 9, 2018 8 km NNE of Marshall, Oklahoma M4.6 81 km
Dec 7, 2013 8 km SW of Arcadia, Oklahoma M4.5 11 km
Jul 27, 2015 4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma M4.5 56 km
Sep 6, 1997 6 km N of Tupelo, Oklahoma M4.5 127 km
Apr 16, 2013 Oklahoma M4.4 32 km
May 17, 2019 8 km E of Pond Creek, Oklahoma M4.4 132 km
Aug 19, 2014 12 km SSW of Guthrie, Oklahoma M4.4 30 km
Jun 17, 2015 6 km ESE of Covington, Oklahoma M4.3 87 km
Jun 16, 2014 7 km NNE of Lake Aluma, Oklahoma M4.3 10 km
Sep 8, 2017 9 km ESE of Jefferson, Oklahoma M4.3 135 km
Jan 13, 2024 6 km W of Arcadia, Oklahoma M4.3 17 km
Mar 29, 2016 4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma M4.2 56 km
Mar 5, 2018 5 km NNW of Breckinridge, Oklahoma M4.2 113 km
Jul 17, 2016 5 km W of Lucien, Oklahoma M4.2 87 km
Mar 30, 2014 2 km S of Marshall, Oklahoma M4.2 73 km
Jun 21, 2020 9 km NW of Perry, Oklahoma M4.2 94 km
Jan 18, 1995 4 km SSE of Erin Springs, Oklahoma M4.2 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

1,049 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 143 fatalities, 2,620 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 20, 2013 EF5 34 km 24
May 24, 2011 EF5 83 km 9
May 3, 1999 EF5 61 km 36
May 5, 1960 EF5 48 km 5
May 19, 2013 EF4 29 km 2
May 24, 2011 EF4 77 km 0
May 24, 2011 EF4 77 km 1
May 10, 2010 EF4 37 km 1
May 10, 2010 EF4 27 km 2
May 8, 2003 EF4 25 km 0
May 3, 1999 EF4 70 km 1
May 3, 1999 EF4 50 km 2
Apr 29, 1984 EF4 93 km 1
Apr 26, 1984 EF4 94 km 3
May 22, 1981 EF4 93 km 0
May 17, 1981 EF4 72 km 0
Apr 30, 1978 EF4 35 km 0
Jun 8, 1974 EF4 81 km 14
May 24, 1973 EF4 56 km 2
Oct 5, 1970 EF4 45 km 4
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WEWOKA CREEK (9,921 ac, 2005).

Year Name Acres Distance
2005 WEWOKA CREEK 9,921 99 km
2005 BEAR DEN 9,004 93 km
2009 MULHALL-PAYNE COUNTY 8,186 67 km
2005 SHERWOOD 7,473 91 km
2012 NOBLE 7,037 41 km
2005 MISSION 6,735 73 km
2006 PRAGUE 6,431 67 km
2012 GLENCOE 6,244 85 km
2009 LINDSAY 6,195 68 km
2006 SHAMROCK 6,177 86 km
2015 UNNAMED 5,975 71 km
2012 CUSHING 5,654 81 km
2005 ANTIOCH 5,513 91 km
2012 NINNEKAH 5,438 79 km
2012 UNNAMED 5,392 88 km
2006 CHANDLER 5,089 46 km
2006 1ST WEWOKA 4,335 86 km
2018 BREWSTER 4,049 99 km
2004 PINE TOP 3,382 83 km
1991 UNNAMED 3,326 52 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 42°F (6°C) 1.7 in
March 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
April 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
May 69°F (20°C) 5.4 in Wettest
June 77°F (25°C) 4.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 2.5 in
September 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in
November 49°F (10°C) 2.5 in
December 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in

Spencer has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 40°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.3").

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Spencer is located in Oklahoma County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 22.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 49.7% of the vote, a 1.7-point margin. 82.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 19 public libraries serving the community. 3,238 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.7%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)89
Traffic Accidents104
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score4.94
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density733/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi
CountyOklahoma County County

Services

Broadband Access82.4%
Avg Download Speed143.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed39.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities3,238
Restaurants2,320
Retail Stores2,979

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%
Average costs for common services in Spencer. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $220 ($132–$351)
Specialist Visit $307 ($176–$483)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88–$307)
Emergency Room Visit $1,932 ($702–$4,390)
Dental Cleaning $114 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling $220 ($132–$351)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$105)
Brake Pad Replacement $263 ($132–$439)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $527 ($351–$878)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88–$307)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair $351 ($132–$702)
HVAC System Install $6,146 ($3,512–$10,536)
Roof Repair $878 ($351–$1,756)
Roof Replacement $7,902 ($4,829–$13,170)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,317 ($439–$3,073)
Divorce (Contested) $13,170 ($4,390–$26,340)
DUI Defense $4,390 ($1,756–$8,780)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,317 ($702–$2,634)
Will Preparation $439 ($176–$878)
Trust Preparation $2,195 ($878–$4,390)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66–$220)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($44–$114)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.60 ($2.63–$4.83)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.07 ($2.20–$4.39)
Loaf of Bread $3.34 ($2.20–$4.83)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.95 ($2.63–$5.71)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.83 ($3.51–$6.59)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53–$1.58)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($70–$220)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$105)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$132)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66–$439)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,756 ($1,054–$3,073)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$114)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.02–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26–$220)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$66)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,054 ($527–$2,195)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $878 ($439–$1,756)
After-School Care (Monthly) $351 ($176–$615)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $878 ($351–$2,195)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,975 ($4,390–$26,340)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $263 ($132–$439)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88–$351)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$933
Toddler$807
Preschool$807
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$677
Toddler$621
Preschool$621
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Oklahoma County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 76,371 4,022 $69,914 1.08
Retail Trade 48,683 3,193 $41,109 0.98
Accommodation & Food Services 47,030 2,347 $24,049 1.04
Administrative & Waste Services 34,713 2,608 $52,608 1.19
Professional & Technical Services 33,551 5,546 $86,528 0.97
Manufacturing 24,954 878 $76,111 0.61
Construction 23,181 2,658 $70,436 0.89
Transportation & Warehousing 22,725 805 $54,612 1.08
Wholesale Trade 20,904 2,186 $80,383 1.07
Finance & Insurance 20,168 2,285 $94,718 1.00
Other Services 12,937 2,087 $49,843 0.87
Educational Services 9,750 426 $53,261 0.95
Management of Companies 9,540 176 $123,450 1.14
Real Estate 8,149 1,592 $59,995 1.06
Arts & Entertainment 7,499 409 $56,052 0.90
Mining & Oil/Gas 7,382 670 $183,825 3.94
Information & Technology 5,086 771 $77,514 0.55
Utilities 1,872 71 $117,189 0.99
Agriculture & Forestry 604 106 $36,898 0.15

Schools in Spencer

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SPENCER ES Elementary 410 19 21.6:1
STAR SPENCER HS High 378 20 18.9:1
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Radio Stations near Spencer

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
94.7 The Brew rock AAC
KGOU npr, public radio MP3 64 kbps
News Radio 1000 KTOK news, talk AAC
2 Love Radio ballads, hits MP3 128 kbps
96.1 KXY country AAC
101.9 The Twister country AAC
1Dance.fm MP3 128 kbps
Rock 100.5 The KATT rock AAC+ 48 kbps
930 AM WKY ESPN Deportes AAC+ 48 kbps
KJ103 pop, top 40 AAC
KTLR Community Talk AM 890 talk MP3
Heart & Soul 92.1 & 1140 urban contemporary MP3
American Cowboy Radio MP3 112 kbps

National Parks Near Spencer

3 national parks and monuments found near Spencer.

ParkTypeFee
Lake Thunderbird State Park State Park Free
Oklahoma City National Memorial National Memorial $18
Pawnee Bill Museum State Park State Park Free

Museums in Spencer

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
NONA JEAN HULSEY ART GALLERYART MUSEUM4052085229$78,971,620
UNIVERSITY ART GALLERYART MUSEUM$73,627,111
NATIONAL SOFTBALL HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM4054245266$9,744,444
OKLAHOMA CITY MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM4052363100$5,491,719
OKLAHOMA CITY NATIONAL MEMORIAL FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM620 N HARVEY AVE4052353313$4,795,806
OKLAHOMA HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION4052354458$2,521,615
OKLAHOMA ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION$2,286,500
CITY ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM4059510000$2,080,093
AMERICAN INDIAN CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM4052395500$909,421
OKLAHOMA HISTORY CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM4055220765$488,191
RED EARTHGENERAL MUSEUM6 SANTA FE PLZ4054275228$423,364
RED EARTH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4054275228$423,364
WILLIAM FREMONT HARN GARDENSHISTORY MUSEUM4052354058$392,215
AMERICAN BANJO MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM4056042793$391,684
MANSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION4055570198$344,307
ATKINSON HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM4057337673$287,845
EDMOND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION431 S BLVD4053400078$273,590
EDMOND HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION4053400078$273,590
OKLAHOMA STATE FIREMENS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4054243440$240,201
WORLD ORGANIZATION OF CHINAPAINTERS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4055211234$224,246
PRESERVATION OKLAHOMAHISTORIC PRESERVATION4055255325$158,863
SANTA FE RAILWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4057323562$125,879
AMERICAN PIGEON MUSEUM & LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM2300 NE 63RD ST4054784255$81,832
OKLAHOMA HIGHER EDUCATION HERITAGE SOCIETYGENERAL MUSEUM4055220778$71,901
COWBOY HALL OF FAME AFFILIATED FUNDGENERAL MUSEUM$57,523
ARCADIA HISTORICAL & PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION107 E HIGHWAY 664053960824$46,367
OKLAHOMA MUSEUM OF FLYINGHISTORY MUSEUM4058081599$41,581
EDMOND HISTORIC PRESERVATION TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION28 MAIN STREET RM 1034057151889$28,283
45TH INFANTRY DIVISION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4054245313
ARTSPACE AT UNTITLEDGENERAL MUSEUM
BRIGHTER DAYS CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4052912503
CENTRAL MUSEUM OF ART AND DESIGNART MUSEUM4059742432
DESIGN GALLERYART MUSEUM4059742000
DONNA NIGH GALLERYART MUSEUM4059742000
EVANS HALL INTERIOR DESIGN GALLERYART MUSEUM4059742432
GYMNASTICS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM4052355600
HARRAH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION20881 E MAIN ST4054546911
HARRAH HISTORY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM4054546911
INASMUCH ART GALLERYART MUSEUM4056827576
INASMUCH FOUNDATION GALLERYART MUSEUM4056821611
JONES OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION145 N W FIRST STREET
KIRKPATRICK PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2100 NE 52ND STREET
L ALLIANCE FRANCAIS D OKLAHOMAHISTORIC PRESERVATION4057480868
LEEWAY MOTOR FREIGHT MUSUEMGENERAL MUSEUM
LITTLE RIVER ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION4053667229
LUTHER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION158 DEPOT STREET6087521104
MARTIN PARK NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5000 WEST MEMORIAL ROAD
MELTON ART REFERENCE LIBRARYART MUSEUM4055253603
MIDWEST CITY HIGH SCHOOL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF OSTEOLOGYGENERAL MUSEUM4058140006
MUSEUMS WESTGENERAL MUSEUM1700 NE 63RD STREET4054782250
NATIONAL COWBOY HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM4054782250
NUBIUM EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AND MOBILE MUSEUM CORPORATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
OK COUNTRY WESTERN MUSEUM HALLGENERAL MUSEUM4056773174
OKLAHOMA BLACK MUSEUMART MUSEUM4055218114
OKLAHOMA CITY LODGE 36 MUSEUM & LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM9184566007
OKLAHOMA CITY ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDENZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION2101 NE 50TH STREET
OKLAHOMA CITY ZOOLOGICAL AND BOTANICAL PARKZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION4054250277
OKLAHOMA CITY ZOOLOGICAL PARKZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION2000 REMINGTON PLACE4054243344
OKLAHOMA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION800 NAZIH ZUHDI DR4055225248
OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL SOCIETY ARCHIVESHISTORIC PRESERVATION800 NAZIH ZUHDI DRIVE4055212491
OKLAHOMA LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIALHISTORY MUSEUM3701 SE 15TH ST4056192066
OKLAHOMA MUSEUM OF TELEPHONE HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM4052366153
OKLAHOMA N-RAILGENERAL MUSEUM7000 CROSSROADS BLVD
OVERHOLSER MANSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION4055255325
PUTNAM CITY SCHOOL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4101 N GROVE4057872207
RETRO METRO OKCHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCIENCE MUSEUM OKLAHOMASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM4056023760
SPENCER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONNE 50TH & PALMER4057714561
STATE MUSEUM OF HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM4055212491
TINKER A F B HERITAGE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION4057342963

Libraries in Spencer

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
METROPOLITAN LIBRARY SYSTEM300 PARK AVENUE0.02,876,786

Farmers Markets in Spencer

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bethany Farmers MarketParking Lot Asbury & 38th
Claremore Farmers' Market400 Veterans Parkway (ExpoCenter Parking)
East Side Farmers' Market NE 23rd & Prospect
Eastern Oklahoma County Farmers Market2001 North Harper St.Visit
Edmond Farmers MarketFirst Street, between Boulevard & LittlerVisit
Mercy MarketMercy Health Center 4300 W Memorial Road
National Women In Ag Assoc. Community Farmers Market1701 N. Martin Luther King Ave.June to AugustFri:9:00 AM - 1:00 PM;Visit
Oklahoma Dept. of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry (ODAFF) Farmers' Market2800 N Lincoln Blvd.January to DecemberTue:12:00 PM - 5:30 PM;
OSDH Wellness Farmers' Market 1000 NE 10th Street
OSU-OKC Farmers Market400 N Portland Ave09/01/2015 to 04/30/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Uptown Farmers MarketNW 23rd and Walker05/31/2015 to 10/25/2015Sun: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;Visit

Dentists in Spencer

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sculpted Medical Spa & Cryotherapy Center

Breweries in Spencer

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Anthem Brewing CompanyBrewery Central Oklahoma City, Brewery908 S W 4th St4056040446Visit
Belle Isle Restaurant & BreweryAmerican Restaurant, Brewery, Bar1900 Nw Expy4058401911Visit
Bricktown BreweryAmerican Restaurant, Brewery, Bar1 N Oklahoma Ave4052322739Visit
Bricktown Brewery At Remington ParkAmerican Restaurant, Brewery and American Restaurant, Brewery1 Remington Pl4054194449Visit
Coop Ale WorksBrewery1124 N W 51st St4058422667Visit
Huebert Brewing CoBeer & Ale Retail, Breweries, Microbreweries, Beer & Ale Distributors421 S W 26th St
Jones Tavernbar & grill restaurants, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Beer Taverns & Pubs, breweries & brew pubs, Tave9409 N Hiwassee Rd4053992045, 405-399-2045
Learn To BrewWinemaking Equipment & Supplies, Wineries Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services2307 S I 35 Service Rd
Royal BavariaGerman Restaurant, Brewery3401 S Sooner Rd4057997666Visit
Twin Lakes VineyardWineries, Brewers1612 Linwood Blvd4052360955

Stadiums & Teams in Spencer

TeamLeagueDivision
Oklahoma City ThunderNBAWest

Pharmacies in Spencer

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
MARY MAHONEY MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY 12716 NORTHEAST 36TH STREET 405-769-3301

Cell Towers in Spencer

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
LUTHER RD N OF TURNER TPKE (60638)GTOWER95
Clear Pond Road & County Line Road (60629)LTOWER65
4512 N. SOONER RD. (60625)LTOWER62
8800 W Charter Oak (77541)LTOWER59
413 WEST WATERLOO RD (60760)MTOWER52
413 West Waterloo Road (60760)MTOWER52
(I-35 & Waterloo) 575 E Simmons RdMTOWER50
Covell Rd. and Macarthur (60662)MTOWER49

Fire Stations in Spencer

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Spencer Fire Department8310 NE 36th STMostly career405-771-3621

Bridges in Spencer

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197021019,000F
CulvertConcrete19733517,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19722427,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19936055,000F
CulvertConcrete2009364,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20016044,400F
CulvertConcrete1938213,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19671212,800P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19808002,600P
CulvertConcrete2010372,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1991700500G

Amtrak Stations in Spencer

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Oklahoma City, OK100 South E.K. Gaylord BoulevardTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Spencer

8 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
7447 S E 74TH7447 S.E. 74TH STREETOKLAHOMA
OG AND E/MCCLAIN ENERGY FACILITY801 NORTHEAST 34THMC CLAIN
OG AND E/MCCLAIN ENERGY FACILITY801 NORTHEAST 34THMC CLAIN
OG AND E/REDBUD POWER PLANT20922 NORTH TRIPLE X RDOKLAHOMA
OG AND E/REDBUD POWER PLANT20922 NORTH TRIPLE X RDOKLAHOMA
OG AND E/REDBUD POWER PLANT20922 NORTH TRIPLE X RDOKLAHOMA
SPIERS NEW TECHNOLOGIES - SUNNYLANE6801 SOUTH SUNNYLANE ROADOKLAHOMA
SPIERS NEW TECHNOLOGIES - SUNNYLANE6801 SOUTH SUNNYLANE ROADOKLAHOMA

Airports Near Spencer

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
OKC Will Rogers World AirportOKCLarge Airport
Ada Regional AirportADTMedium Airport
Stillwater Regional AirportSWOMedium Airport
Tinker Air Force BaseTIKMedium Airport
1904 Private Runway AirportSmall Airport
5B Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Baker AirstripSmall Airport
Biggs Skypatch AirportSmall Airport
Bison Hill AirportSmall Airport
Blackberry Hill AirportSmall Airport
Bluebird AirportSmall Airport
Bost Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Chandler Regional AirportSmall Airport
Chappell AirportSmall Airport
Chickasha Municipal AirportCHKSmall Airport
Chuck's Private AirstripSmall Airport
Clarence E Page Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cole Landing Area AirportSmall Airport
Cottonwood AirportSmall Airport
Crystal AirportSmall Airport
Cushing Municipal AirportCUHSmall Airport
Dave's Place AirportSmall Airport
David Jay Perry AirportSmall Airport
Diamond C Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Dick's AirportSmall Airport
Drifting G Ranch AirportSmall Airport
El Reno Regional AirportRQOSmall Airport
Ellis/Harvey AirportSmall Airport
Enix Boys AirportSmall Airport
Flying S Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fulton AirportSmall Airport
GK Edwards AirportSmall Airport
Good Life Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Grass Strip AirportSmall Airport
Green Valley Farms AirportSmall Airport
Gregg AirportSmall Airport
Grimes AirportSmall Airport
Guthrie-Edmond Regional AirportGOKSmall Airport
Harman AirportSmall Airport
Haymaker AirportSmall Airport
Haymaker Private AirportSmall Airport
Hickory Hills AirportSmall Airport
Higley FieldSmall Airport
HSH AirstripSmall Airport
Ives AirportSmall Airport
Jacktown AirportSmall Airport
Jazz Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Jirik FieldSmall Airport
Jones Air ParkSmall Airport
Kingfisher AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Spencer

9 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bricktown Police Substation
Midwest City Police Department100 North Midwest Boulevard
Oklahoma City Police Deparment Santa Fe Division
Oklahoma City Police Department700 Colcord Drive
Oklahoma City Police Department
Oklahoma City Police Department - Southwest Briefing Facility
OU Police Department
Valley Brook Police StationSoutheast 59th Street
Warr Acres Police Department5901 Northwest 42nd Street

Grocery Stores in Spencer

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BRAUM'S 7Other9020 NE 23rd St
Casey's General Store 4259Convenience Store8002 NE 36th St
DOLLAR GENERAL 19467Other9800 Spencer Jones Rd
Family Discount StoreConvenience Store13001 NE 36th St
Family Dollar 1754Other8523 NE 23rd St
Family Food MartConvenience Store9711 NE 63rd St
Life Changes Wellness Farm MarketFarmers and Markets8515 NE 25th St
Murphy USA 7321Convenience Store9051 NE 23rd St
Oncue Express 128Convenience Store2301 N Douglas Blvd
Sak N PakConvenience Store9615A NE 23rd St
Spencer Lucky StopConvenience Store3501 Spencer Rd
WALGREENS 9582Other8917 NE 23rd St
Walmart SUPERCENTER 3430Super Store9011 NE 23rd St

Treatment Centers in Spencer

20 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A Chance to Change FoundationSubstance Abuse405-840-9000
Alcohol Training and Education IncSubstance Abuse405-943-7483
Arcadia Trails Integris Center for - Addiction RecoverySubstance Abuse405-216-2500
Cedar Ridge Behavioral HospitalMental Health405-605-6111
Cope IncSubstance Abuse405-528-8686
Enrichment Center - Reach for the Light IncSubstance Abuse405-601-0295
Hefner Comprehensive Treatment Center - Mission Treatment Centers IncSubstance Abuse405-286-9533
HOPE Community Services IncBoth405-634-4400
Moore Youth And Family Services Inc - Moore Alcohol and Drug CenterSubstance Abuse405-799-3379
North Oklahoma County MH Center Inc - DBA NorthCareBoth405-858-2700
NorthCare Oklahoma County MH Center - DBA NorthCareBoth405-858-2700
Oklahoma City Comprehensive Trt Center - Mission Treatment Centers IncSubstance Abuse405-239-6815
Oklahoma Cnty Crisis Intervention CtrBoth405-942-2300
Oklahoma Mental Health Council Inc - DBA Red Rock Behavioral Health ServsBoth405-422-8800
Positive ChangesMental Health405-607-1717 x107
Red Rock Behavioral Health ServicesBoth405-424-7711
Red Rock Behavioral Health ServicesSubstance Abuse405-424-7711
Red Rock Behavioral Health ServicesSubstance Abuse405-267-3246
TRC The Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse405-525-2525
Tri City Youth and Family Center IncBoth405-390-8131

DOL Wage Violations in Spencer

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $7,666 in back wages owed to 9 employees.

3
Violations
$7,666
Back Wages Owed
9
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Flash n' Dash 73084 1 $6,171 $882 7
Community Health Centers of Oklahoma 73084 1 $821 $821 1
City of Spencer, OK 73084 1 $675 $675 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Spencer

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHANGE LIFE MINISTRIES8520 MAIN ST
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH12538 NE 38TH ST
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH10413 NE 36TH ST
CHURCH OF CHRIST OF SPENCER OKLAHOMAPO BOX 359
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACEPO BOX 83
FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT MINISTRIES3552 SPENCER RD
GOSPEL TABERNACLEPO BOX 536
GREEN PASTURES CHURCH OF CHRIST INC11400 NE 50TH ST
HARRISON BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 336
HOPE CHURCH INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES4112 CHESTER ST
NEW BEGINNINGS COMMUNITY CHURCH11811 SMITH RD
P U R E CHURCH MINISTRIES INC5321 OAKWOOD ST
PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH INC4800 LENNOX AVE
TRUTH GRACE LOVE & FREEDOM MINISTRY INC8921 NE 46TH ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Spencer

What is the population of Spencer?

Spencer has a population of 3,942 residents and is located in Oklahoma. The population density is 733 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.5 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Spencer expensive to live in?

Spencer is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $57,550, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $119,000 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Spencer safe?

Spencer is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 301 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,106 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Spencer receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Spencer?

Spencer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 45.

How is the job market in Spencer?

The unemployment rate in Spencer is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,267. There are 33,295 business establishments in the area, including 2,320 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 6.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Spencer?

The median home value in Spencer is $119,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,247. For renters, the median monthly rent is $940. Fair market rent is $791 for a 1-bedroom and $995 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.6%. The average annual property tax is $5,738.

How are the schools in Spencer?

Schools in Spencer have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 22.4% of adults in Spencer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Spencer?

The obesity rate in Spencer is 42.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 31.9% are physically inactive. 23.6% of residents report depression. 12.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 93.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,230.

What is transportation like in Spencer?

The average commute in Spencer is 26 minutes. 84.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Spencer?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Spencer is 32.8% White, 49.1% Black or African American, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino. 87.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 12.8% speak Spanish. 7.4% of the population are military veterans. 21.3% of residents have a disability. 90.1% have health insurance coverage.

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