Chickasha 64 Average
Chickasha Livability #174 ranked city in Oklahoma#13,448 ranked city in the USARanks better than 54% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Chickasha

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Ratings

    Local residents have positive things to say about the proximity of restaurants, grocery stores, parks, public transit, friendliness of neighbors, sense of community and overall safety of the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

  • Crime

    This area is reporting high crime rates per 100,000 people and could signify that it is a dangerous place to live. Crime rates include both violent and property crimes.

  • Health & Safety

    Poor air quality and the inaccessibility of certain health related facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors and pharmacies could have all contributed to the low score in this category.

  • Schools

    Lower than average education levels, poor reading and math scores, as well as the inaccessibility of local elementary and high schools could all be factors in the low schools score.

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What's it like Living in Chickasha?

Chickasha is a moderately-sized city located in the state of Oklahoma. The city has a population of 16,326 residents. If we take a look at the last Census, the vast majority of the population falls within one racial group (80% White). Given that fact, Chickasha could be considered less diverse than other cities. If you prefer shorter commutes, living in Chickasha will be a delight. With an average one-way commute time of just 20 minutes, traveling to and from work is notably more convenient than the national average, which stands at 26 minutes.

Without the right tools, moving to any new area can be very stressful and challenging. Living in Chickasha, Oklahoma could be a great experience for anyone who puts in the time to do the research required. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is paramount, ensuring a secure environment for you and your family. Proximity to workplaces or schools reduces commuting time and enhances convenience. Access to amenities like parks, grocery stores and healthcare facilities contributes to a comfortable lifestyle. Reliable public transportation options promote easy mobility. A strong sense of community fosters social connections and a welcoming atmosphere. With useful information like amenities, crime, cost of living, commute, health & safety and other key data points, finding the best places to live in Chickasha and in the areas around Chickasha is a much easier task.

Chickasha has a livability score of 63 out of 100 and is ranked #167 in Oklahoma and #13,627 in the USA. For each of the livability categories, we know that Chickasha ranks very well for housing (A-). On a more negative note, Chickasha does not have favorable grades for the following: amenities (F), crime (F) and education (D-). If we take a look at the data, we can find out why.

Unemployment rates can range pretty dramatically from one city to another. Knowing that Chickasha has an unemployment rate of 1.5% could mean increased job opportunities with a higher demand for workers. It could also lead to higher wages, as the demand for workers exceeds the availability of jobs. Most importantly, it could be a sign of a healthy and thriving local economy.

A healthy real estate market serves as a key economic indicator. It could signify overall local economic strength, stability and reflects consumer confidence in the area. Based on multiple factors including: median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability, Chickasha has received high marks in the housing category. Based on these calculations, the apartment rental and real estate market appears to be very healthy.

Assuming that Chickasha meets all of your requirements like low crime rates, good schools and great local amenities, the next most important item to examine is the affordability of real estate in Chickasha. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in Chickasha are simply unattainable. The median home price for Chickasha homes is $92,800, which is 23.5% lower than the Oklahoma average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Chickasha, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 1.9, which is 24% lower than the Oklahoma average.

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      Chickasha transportation information

      Statistic Chickasha Oklahoma National
      Average one way commute20min21min26min
      Workers who drive to work87.1%82.6%76.4%
      Workers who carpool9.3%10.1%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.1%0.5%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.2%0.2%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.6%1.8%2.8%
      Working from home1.6%3.6%4.6%
      Source: The Chickasha, OK data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).