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Spiro, OK

Oklahoma · Sequoyah County · Fort Smith Metro

Spiro is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 2,205. Residents earn $38,667 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,205 Population 938/sq mi density
$38,667 Median Income $22,605 per capita
$97,500 Home Value $102,780 Zillow
$823 Median Rent 33.4% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
276 Violent Crime/100K 783 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$38,667 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,500 home value, $823/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
276 violent crimes/100K (27% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $38,667
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,500
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 276/100K
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $823
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,205
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density938/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,667
Per Capita$22,605
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$998M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,500
Rent$823
Ownership56.6%
Zillow$102,780
Housing Units990
Rent Burden33.4%

Crime

F
Violent276/100K
Property783/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault230/100K
Burglary230/100K

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking22.9%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation487 ft (148 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+81.5%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.33

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute21 min
Broadband80.7%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Spiro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spiro receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Spiro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spiro is $38,667, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spiro is $97,500, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $823 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Spiro is below the national average at 276 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 783 per 100,000, 60% below the national average.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Spiro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Spiro has a population of 2,205 with a density of 938 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (72.5%), with 19.9% Hispanic, 4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.5% of residents. 8.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 26.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,205
Total Population
938
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Spiro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spiro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spiro is $38,667, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,605 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $732, 49% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 767 business establishments, including 75 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Spiro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,667
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,605
Avg Weekly Wage$732
IRS Avg AGI$52,345
Gini Index0.446 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)767
County GDP$998M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare71
Retail136
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,124
39% below US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Spiro is $97,500, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $102,780. Monthly rent averages $823 (29% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $791 for a one-bedroom to $995 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 990 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $2,124 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 33.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,500
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$102,780

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$823
29% below US avg
Rent Burden33.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership56.6%
Owner-Occupied56.6%
Renter-Occupied43.4%
Housing Units990
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,124
39% below US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Spiro, 40.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.4% of residents, above the national average. 38.6% have high blood pressure. 22.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.7% report binge drinking. 36.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.6% experience frequent mental distress. 12.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,822. The dentist ratio is 1:2,479. 40.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma12.8%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.9%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,822
Dentists1:2,479
Mental Health1:320
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits49.1%
Premature Death14,517/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access40.2%
Healthcare Facilities71
Spiro has a violent crime rate of 276 per 100,000 residents, 27% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 230.3 per 100,000, robbery at 46.1, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 783 per 100,000, 60% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 461, burglary at 230, vehicle theft at 92 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Spiro receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent276.4/100K
27% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery46.1/100K
Assault230.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property783.1/100K
60% below US avg
Burglary230.3/100K
Theft460.6/100K
Vehicle Theft92.1/100K
Arson46.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Spiro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 487 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation487 ft (148 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density938/sq mi
Coordinates35.2405°N, 94.6243°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySequoyah County County
Nearest AirportFort Smith Regional (FSM)
13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.4"
25% above US avg
Snowfall 1.9"
Wettest Month (May) 5.71"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.36"

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0412 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)8.2 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score79.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability93.7 / 100
Community Resilience5.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

94 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 14, 2024.

Apr 3, 2012 8 km SSW of Pittsburg, Oklahoma M4.1 132 km
Aug 24, 2021 1 km S of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.7 70 km
Aug 18, 2019 1 km ENE of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.7 67 km
Nov 15, 1990 16 km NNW of Hector, Arkansas M3.5 149 km
Aug 22, 2021 3 km ESE of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.4 66 km
Jul 22, 2021 2 km E of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.3 66 km
Feb 25, 2009 4 km SE of Ashland, Oklahoma M3.3 140 km
Feb 7, 2020 2 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.2 71 km
Feb 7, 2020 3 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.2 71 km
May 27, 2007 9 km SW of Hanna, Oklahoma M3.2 123 km
Aug 12, 2019 1 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.2 68 km
Jun 3, 2022 10 km W of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.2 79 km
Mar 14, 2022 12 km E of Crowder, Oklahoma M3.1 84 km
Jan 7, 2018 7 km SW of Indianola, Oklahoma M3.1 111 km
Oct 1, 2010 7 km SE of Stuart, Oklahoma M3.1 135 km
Jan 26, 2014 4 km WNW of Lamar, Oklahoma M3.1 142 km
Apr 1, 2020 2 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.1 67 km
Apr 14, 2012 3 km W of Arpelar, Oklahoma M3.0 130 km
Apr 22, 2005 17 km N of Swink, Oklahoma M3.0 129 km
Jul 28, 1990 18 km W of Mountain Pine, Arkansas M2.9 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

542 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 96 fatalities, 997 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 26, 1976 EF5 8 km 2
May 24, 2011 EF4 61 km 4
Mar 26, 1976 EF4 67 km 1
May 26, 1973 EF4 72 km 5
Apr 19, 1968 EF4 33 km 14
May 5, 1961 EF4 68 km 16
May 5, 1960 EF4 73 km 16
May 5, 1960 EF4 17 km 5
Jan 22, 1957 EF4 18 km 10
Dec 31, 2010 EF3 84 km 4
Apr 9, 2009 EF3 82 km 3
Jun 1, 1999 EF3 84 km 0
Jun 1, 1999 EF3 99 km 2
May 4, 1999 EF3 37 km 0
Apr 21, 1996 EF3 22 km 2
Apr 21, 1996 EF3 97 km 2
Nov 22, 1983 EF3 69 km 0
Nov 22, 1983 EF3 80 km 0
Dec 2, 1982 EF3 45 km 0
Apr 19, 1981 EF3 87 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (18,089 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 UNNAMED 18,089 70 km
2000 UNNAMED 15,318 50 km
2007 UNNAMED 14,774 86 km
2009 40 ACRE TURNAROUND 13,985 97 km
1998 UNNAMED 13,929 47 km
2016 WEST CAVANAL FIRE 13,100 25 km
2004 UNNAMED 12,086 69 km
2016 UNNAMED 11,929 48 km
2024 RX FOUCHE VALLEY 10,912 99 km
2007 UNNAMED 10,593 54 km
2016 UNNAMED 9,483 79 km
2013 UNNAMED 9,385 69 km
2021 BILLY CREEK 9,236 61 km
2011 TI VALLEY 9,205 100 km
2017 MIDDLE RIDGE 8,501 37 km
2016 DOG HOUSE FIRE 8,304 72 km
2014 UNNAMED 7,945 70 km
2016 UNNAMED 7,919 98 km
2013 UNNAMED 7,804 98 km
2003 UNNAMED 7,415 76 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 44°F (6°C) 2.8 in
March 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
April 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
May 69°F (21°C) 5.7 in Wettest
June 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 2.9 in
September 74°F (23°C) 4.6 in
October 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in
November 51°F (10°C) 4.4 in
December 42°F (5°C) 3.4 in

Spiro has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 38°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.7") and January the driest (2.4").

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Spiro is located in Sequoyah County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 12.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 80.2% of the vote, a 61.5-point margin. 80.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 71 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 61.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+81.5%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.33
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density938/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi
CountySequoyah County County

Services

Broadband Access80.7%
Avg Download Speed35.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants75
Retail Stores136

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%
Average costs for common services in Spiro. 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)
View all 8 services

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$880
Toddler$761
Preschool$761
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$639
Toddler$588
Preschool$588
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Sequoyah County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,582 129 $28,559 1.67
Accommodation & Food Services 877 64 $18,650 1.02
Manufacturing 365 18 $45,074 0.47
Professional & Technical Services 301 80 $60,623 0.46
Construction 272 63 $46,323 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 249 20 $59,225 0.62
Finance & Insurance 238 56 $50,767 0.62
Agriculture & Forestry 213 11 $57,198 2.78
Other Services 160 31 $33,173 0.56
Wholesale Trade 83 28 $46,273 0.22
Mining & Oil/Gas 79 9 $66,277 2.20
Real Estate 58 23 $37,919 0.39
Information & Technology 50 12 $39,400 0.28
Arts & Entertainment 45 13 $16,399 0.28
Utilities 42 4 $74,257 1.17

Schools in Spiro

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SPIRO ES Elementary 571 32 17.8:1
SPIRO HS High 290 18 16.1:1
SPIRO MS Middle 202 15 13.5:1
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Radio Stations near Spiro

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KMCO FM 101.3 country, mcalester AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Spiro

8 campgrounds found near Spiro.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CEDAR LAKE (OKLAHOMA) 4.4/5 94 $15–$40
STRAYHORN LANDING 4.4/5 42 $23–$50
Little Pines Campground 4.3/5 9 $20
COOKSON BEND 4.2/5 131 $16–$50
SPRINGHILL 4.2/5 50 $16–$75
CHICKEN CREEK 4.0/5 103 $10–$50
Clear Creek - Ozark Lake (AR) 3.7/5 39 $16–$75
SNAKE CREEK 3.6/5 112 $23–$50

National Parks Near Spiro

15 national parks and monuments found near Spiro.

ParkTypeFee
Arrowhead State Park State Park Free
Cherokee Landing State Park State Park Free
Devil's Den State Park State Park Free
Fort Smith National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Greenleaf State Park State Park Free
Lake Eufula State Park State Park Free
Lake Fort Smith State Park State Park Free
Lake Tenkiller State Park State Park Free
Natural Falls State Park State Park Free
Queen Wihelmina State Park State Park Free
Robbers Cave State Resort Park State Park Free
Sequoyah Bay State Park State Park Free
Western Hills Guest Ranch/sequoya Sp State Resort State Park Free
Wister State Park State Park Free
Withrow Springs State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Spiro

62 trails found near Spiro.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
WEST OUTER LOOP 24.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
BRADFORD EAST OUTER LOOP 16.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
OUACHITA NRT 14.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
POTEAU MTN MULTI-USE TRAIL 14.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1008 11.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
CHOCTAW NATION TRAIL 8.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1002 7.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
BOARDSTAND 7.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1006 6.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
OUACHITA NRT 6.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
OLD MILITARY ROAD 6.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1004C 5.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1001A 5.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1003 5.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1004 5.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
BOARDSTAND 5.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
CHOCTAW NATION - NORTH SPUR 5.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSETHIEF SPRINGS TRAIL 4.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSETHIEF - GOLDVILLE DIVIDE 4.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1001 4.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
BRADFORD EASY LOOP 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1004A 2.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1006A 2.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT M 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
OLD MILITARY ROAD 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1005A 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1006B 2.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORCUT E 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORCUT L 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
EASY PINE OUTER LOOP WEST 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT K 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1004B 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT H 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
LITTLE PINES 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - E 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT G 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
EASY PINE LOOP EAST 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
CEDAR LK EQ CAMP ACCESS TRAIL 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSETHIEF - HILLTOP 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
EAST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT D 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
OUACHITA NRT 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1004D 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSETHIEF - CEDAR CREEK 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
EAST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT C 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSETHIEF SPRINGS TRAIL 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1003A 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1008B 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1008A 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - C 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
ONRT - PANARAMA VISTA SPUR 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - B 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
OUACHITA NRT 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
OLD PINE 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1009A 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSETHIEF - SNAKE MTN EAST 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
EAST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT E 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
BOARDSRTAND SPUR 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
ONRT - POTATO HILL VISTA SPUR 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - D 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - A 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WSM EQ - 1005B 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSETHIEF - SNAKE MTN WEST 0.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Spiro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT SMITH MUSEUM OF HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM4797837841$279,517
U.S. MARSHALS MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION$59,562
LEFLORE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9186478648$34,761
OLD FORT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$8,488
MUSEUM OF THE HARDWOOD TREEGENERAL MUSEUM4797824220$6,245
14 FLAGS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
BASS REEVES LEGACY INITIATIVEHISTORIC PRESERVATION4797884211
FORT SMITH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT SMITH NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION4797833961
FORT SMITH REGIONAL ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM1601 ROGERS AVE4797842787
JAMES K BARNES MUSEUM AND TOURIST CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM421 N 46TH ST4797821288
KERR MANSIONGENERAL MUSEUM
MUSIC FORT SMITHHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RIVER VALLEY BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
SEQUOYAH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPIRO MOUNDS ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
WESTERN ARKANSAS NATURE CENTER PARTNERSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER

Libraries in Spiro

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FORT SMITH PUBLIC LIBRARY3201 ROGERS AVENUE0.0401,919

Farmers Markets in Spiro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fort Smith Farmers Market15 N 2nd St, Fort Smith, AR 7290101/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Tue: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Old Town Poteau Farmer's Market220 Dewey Avenue04/26/2016 to 10/26/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Gas Stations in Spiro

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey’s
JGH

Breweries in Spiro

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Belle Point Beverages IncFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Fort Smith, AR, Beer and Ale, Fort Smith Beer and Other Fermen1 Bellepoint Pl4797823511
Burford Distributing IncOther, Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Fort Smith, AR, Advertising & Marketing, Advertising, 925 S H St4797838979Visit
Core Public House - PubBreweries, Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Food & Drink701 Rogers Ave14797556633
Oasis TavernCocktail Lounges, Fort Smith, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Venues, recreation, Cocktai3215 Midland Blvd4797822866Visit

Nursing Homes in Spiro

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
SPIRO NURSING HOME, INC.
401 SOUTH MAIN
For profit - Corporation 95 55 5/5 2/5 3/5 9189622308

Pharmacies in Spiro

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
DEDMON PHARMACY INC 213 W BROADWAY ST 918-962-2131

Cell Towers in Spiro

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
BADGER MTN (65345)GTOWER65
PART OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 11 N, RANGE 26 E OF THETOWER60
PRIVATE FARM LANE ABOUT 1/2 MI. WEST OFF CEDAR ST.TOWER60
(Cavanal) 1 Cavanal Mountain RoadTOWER46
Cavanal Site 1 Cavanal Mountain RdTOWER46
WITTEVILLE ROAD (65349)MTOWER32

Fire Stations in Spiro

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Murry Spur Volunteer Fire Department16499 US Highway 271Mostly volunteer479-459-8430
Spiro Fire Department131 S Main STVolunteer918-962-5188

Bridges in Spiro

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19522311,200G
CulvertConcrete1997238,600G
CulvertConcrete193834170G
CulvertConcrete193835170P
SlabConcrete193848125F
CulvertConcrete198327100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198026060G

Superfund Sites Near Spiro

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GERDAU MACSTEEL - FORT SMITH PLANT5225 PLANTERS RDSEBASTIAN
GERDAU MACSTEEL - FORT SMITH PLANT5225 PLANTERS RDSEBASTIAN
GERDAU MACSTEEL - FORT SMITH PLANT5225 PLANTERS RDSEBASTIAN

Airports Near Spiro

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fort Smith Regional AirportFSMMedium Airport
Arrowhead Assault StripSmall Airport
Boyd AirportSmall Airport
Bratton AirportSmall Airport
Flying A Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying W Airpark II AirportSmall Airport
Gustafson AirportSmall Airport
Hefner Easley AirportSmall Airport
Little River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Luginbuel Hee Haw AirportSmall Airport
Mena Intermountain Municipal AirportUMZSmall Airport
Muskogee-Davis Regional AirportMKOSmall Airport
Neversweat Too AirportSmall Airport
Parks AirportSmall Airport
Robert S Kerr AirportRKRSmall Airport
Sallisaw Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Semper Fi LandingSmall Airport
Snake Creek Wilderness AirportSmall Airport
Stigler Regional AirportSmall Airport
Stilwell / Cherokee Nation AirportSmall Airport
Sweetbriar AirportSmall Airport
Tahlequah Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Talihina Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Tenkiller Lake AirparkSmall Airport
Venture Aerodrome Airpark Nr 2 UltralightportSmall Airport
Waldron Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Wolf Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Worth James Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Spiro

13 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
1103 Main Street
Arkansas Department of Correction805 Garrison Avenue
Bonanza Police Department
Fort Smith Police Department
Hackett Police Department
Hartford Police Department
Le Flore County Sheriffs Office
Muldrow Police Department100 South Main Street
Poteau Police DepartmentPeters Street
Roland Police Department
Sebastian County Sheriff's Office800 South A Street
Sequoyah County Sheriff119 South Oak Street
University Police Department
University Police Department Auxiliary Office

Grocery Stores in Spiro

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Big D'S Truck StopGrocery Store19988 US Highway 59
Casey's General Store 3676Convenience Store707 W Broadway St
DOLLAR GENERAL 3939Other715 W Broadway St
E-Z Mart 4422Convenience Store1016 E Broadway St
Family Dollar 13378Other1811 E Broadway Street
Harps Food Store 515Super Store209 W Broadway St
Wrights Sunset Corner Store IncConvenience Store19883 US Highway 59

Treatment Centers in Spiro

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Brighter Heights OklahomaSubstance Abuse918-649-0230
CREOKS Health ServicesBoth918-775-5513
Harbor House IncSubstance Abuse479-785-4083
Lumina Revenue Cycle Management - Lumina Behavioral Health LLCSubstance Abuse479-242-1003
Stigler Health and Wellness CenterBoth918-647-2155
Stigler Health and Wellness CenterBoth918-790-2653

DOL Wage Violations in Spiro

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $45,962 in back wages owed to 42 employees.

3
Violations
$45,962
Back Wages Owed
42
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
EMS LeFlore County 74959 1 $34,941 $5,823 6
Sonic 74959 1 $5,863 $172 34
All Seasons Inn Motel & RV Park 74959 1 $5,158 $2,579 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Spiro

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COWLINGTON FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH502 NE 5TH ST
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD1000 SW 3RD ST
HARVEST HILL ASSEMBLY OF GOD19040 OAKWOOD ST
IGNITE EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIES INC19040 OAKWOOD ST
VICTORY WORSHIP CENTER ASSEMBLY OF GOD23725 US HIGHWAY 271

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Mines
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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spiro

What is the population of Spiro?

Spiro has a population of 2,205 residents and is located in Oklahoma. The population density is 938 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.

Is Spiro expensive to live in?

Spiro 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 $38,667, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $97,500 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $823 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Spiro safe?

Spiro is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 276 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 783 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Spiro receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Spiro?

Spiro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 45.

How is the job market in Spiro?

The unemployment rate in Spiro is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $732. There are 767 business establishments in the area, including 75 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 3.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Spiro?

The median home value in Spiro is $97,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $102,780. For renters, the median monthly rent is $823. Fair market rent is $791 for a 1-bedroom and $995 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.6%. The average annual property tax is $2,124.

How are the schools in Spiro?

Schools in Spiro score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.7% of adults in Spiro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Spiro?

The obesity rate in Spiro is 40.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.9% of adults are smokers. 36.4% are physically inactive. 27.6% of residents report depression. 12.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 40.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,822.

What is transportation like in Spiro?

The average commute in Spiro is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Spiro?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Spiro is 72.5% White, 4% Black or African American, 19.9% Hispanic or Latino. 96.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.5% speak Spanish. 8.6% of the population are military veterans. 26.0% of residents have a disability. 82.6% have health insurance coverage.

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