Living in Tulsa, OK
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Tulsa, OK
Nicknamed “Oil Capital of the World,” the economy of Tulsa is strong in energy along with aviation, finance, technology and telecommunications. Shipping companies are served by the inland Tulsa Port of Catoosa on the Arkansas River, while higher education choices include Oral Roberts University and the University of Tulsa. Residents and tourists can enjoy the Ozark Mountains, cultural attractions, 135 parks and multiple examples of art deco architecture.
Quick Facts About Tulsa, OK
- Average Commute
- 17 minutes
- Median Home Value
- $213,956
- Median Household Income
- $57,832
- Total Population
- 421,630
- Median Property Tax
- $2,389
- Median Monthly Rent
- $797
Weather in Tulsa, OK
Average Temperatures
71 high / 49 low
Average Annual Rainfall
42 in
Average Annual Snowfall
12 in
Quick Facts about Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Median Home Value
- $189,949
- Median Property Tax
- $2,389
- Total Population
- 423,099
- Average Commute
- 17 min
- Median Household Income
- $58,924
- Median Monthly Rent
- $740
Map of Tulsa, OK
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