Sycamore, OK

Oklahoma

Sycamore is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 249. Residents earn $26,417 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
249 Population 84/sq mi density
$26,417 Median Income $6,564 per capita
$18,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$18,200 home value
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,417
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $18,200
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 48.3%
290% higher than US avg

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

People

Population249
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density84/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,417
Per Capita$6,564
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty48.3%
County GDP$1,335M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$18,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation1,063 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+49.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute18 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries3

Is Sycamore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sycamore receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sycamore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sycamore is $26,417, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 48.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sycamore is $18,200, 94% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sycamore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Sycamore has a population of 249 with a density of 84 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.6%), with 49.4% Hispanic.

Population

249
Total Population
84
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.1%
Female 36.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sycamore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.4%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.6%
31% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sycamore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sycamore is $26,417, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 48.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Sycamore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,417
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$6,564
Avg Weekly Wage$818
IRS Avg AGI$60,487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate48.3%
290% above US avg
Establishments (County)942
County GDP$1,335M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare83
Retail149
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,794
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate20.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sycamore is $18,200, 94% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$18,200
94% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,794
8% above US avg
Effective Rate20.85%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate45.6%
Premature Death13,171/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access49.0%
Healthcare Facilities83

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Sycamore has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,063 ft (324 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates36.3990°N, 94.7150°W
County FIPS40041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+49.7%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density84/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants87
Retail Stores149

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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