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Ponca City, OK
Ponca City · OK 74601
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$115K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.6/10
Schools
40 min
to Oklahoma City
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
76/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score61/100
Our Take
Ponca City offers affordable homes, solid schools, and a low flood risk, making it a decent choice for families and remote workers. The town is quiet but lacks walkability and robust public transit, so you’ll need a car for most errands or commutes.
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The Good
- ✓Affordability: median home price below national average
- ✓Strong public schools with a high school rating of 9
- ✓Low flood risk (X zone)
- ✓Tight-knit community with local events
Real Talk
- !Limited walkability and public transit options mean you’ll rely on a car
- !Dining and nightlife choices are modest, mostly chain restaurants
- !Unemployment rate is around 7.8%, indicating fewer local job opportunities
- !Utility and property taxes can be higher than the state average
- $Higher property taxes than surrounding rural areas
- $Potential HOA fees in newer subdivisions
- $Maintenance costs for older single-family homes
Best For
Families looking for good schoolsRetirees seeking a quiet small cityRemote workers who value affordabilityCommuters to Oklahoma City
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Ponca City, OK
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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