Sterling, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Comanche County County
Sterling, OK
At a Glance
How Sterling Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sterling's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sterling a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sterling residents earn a median household income of $65,521 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,302. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,708 business establishments, including 264 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sterling is $120,800 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $209,970. Median rent is $775/month, with 31.6% 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.
Safety & Crime
Sterling reports 299 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 21% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K.
Education
10.1% of adults in Sterling hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sterling has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.