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Oklahoma County
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Oklahoma County

#2 in Best Counties to Live in Oklahoma
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Public Schools
      A minus
    2. Housing
      B+
    3. Nightlife
      A
    4. Good for Families
      A
    5. Diversity
      A
    6. Jobs
      B+
    7. Weather
      B+
    8. Cost of Living
      B
    9. Health & Fitness
      A
    10. Outdoor Activities
      C+
    11. Commute
      B
    Oklahoma County is located in Oklahoma with a population of 790,938. Oklahoma County is one of the best places to live in Oklahoma. In Oklahoma County, most residents own their homes. In Oklahoma County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Oklahoma County and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Oklahoma County are highly rated.
    Population
    790,938
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    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $164,000
    National
    $244,900
    Median Rent
    $929
    National
    $1,163
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      41%
    • Own
      59%
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    Crime & Safety

    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Assault
      425.3
      282.7
    • Murder
      10.4
      6.1
    • Rape
      65.2
      40.7
    • Robbery
      143.4
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Burglary
      833.5
      500.1
    • Theft
      2,161.2
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      368.7
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      14%
    • 10-17 years
      11%
    • 18-24 years
      9%
    • 25-34 years
      15%
    • 35-44 years
      13%
    • 45-54 years
      11%
    • 55-64 years
      12%
    • 65+ years
      14%
    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      13%
      13%
    • Bachelor's degree
      21%
      21%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      30%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      25%
      26%
    • Less than high school diploma
      12%
      11%
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    Working in Oklahoma County

    Jobs
    B+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $58,239
    National
    $69,021
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