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Sallisaw Overview

8,524
TOTAL POPULATION
4,091
MALE POPULATION
4,433
FEMALE POPULATION
92.29
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.36
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,330
PER CAPITA INCOME
$57,669
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$44,310
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
42.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
57.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,044
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,274
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Sallisaw

The most populous races in Sallisaw are White / Caucasian (5,417 | 63.5%), Native / Alaskan (1,527 | 17.9%), and Two or more Races (1,152 | 13.5%).
Race in Sallisaw
Race# Population% Population
Asian290.3%
Black / African American1331.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino6788.0%
Native / Alaskan1,52717.9%
White / Caucasian5,41763.5%
Two or more Races1,15213.5%
Some other Race2663.1%
Total8,524100.0%

Ancestry in Sallisaw

The most populous ancestries reported in Sallisaw are Cherokee (2,186 | 25.7%), Mexican (573 | 6.7%), American (555 | 6.5%), Irish (552 | 6.5%), and English (519 | 6.1%), together accounting for 51.4% of all Sallisaw residents.
Ancestry in Sallisaw
Ancestry# Population% Population
African260.3%
American5556.5%
Bhutanese390.5%
Central American841.0%
Cherokee2,18625.7%
Chickasaw700.8%
Choctaw1021.2%
Czech70.1%
Danish100.1%
Dutch510.6%
English5196.1%
European1071.3%
Finnish50.1%
French760.9%
French Canadian861.0%
German5126.0%
Guatemalan630.7%
Hungarian220.3%
Irish5526.5%
Italian510.6%
Mexican5736.7%
Native Hawaiian390.5%
Northern European180.2%
Norwegian80.1%
Polish600.7%
Puerto Rican210.3%
Russian120.1%
Salvadoran210.3%
Scotch-Irish1461.7%
Scottish670.8%
Seminole50.1%
Sioux310.4%
Sri Lankan230.3%
Subsaharan African260.3%
Thai60.1%
Welsh420.5%
Yugoslavian80.1%
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Immigrants in Sallisaw

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sallisaw came from Central America (102 | 1.2%), Latin America (102 | 1.2%), Mexico (72 | 0.8%), Guatemala (30 | 0.4%), and Asia (29 | 0.3%), together accounting for 3.9% of all Sallisaw residents.
Immigrants in Sallisaw
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia290.3%
Central America1021.2%
England20.0%
Europe90.1%
France30.0%
Germany40.1%
Guatemala300.4%
India60.1%
Latin America1021.2%
Mexico720.8%
Northern Europe20.0%
South Central Asia60.1%
South Eastern Asia230.3%
Vietnam230.3%
Western Europe70.1%
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Sex and Age in Sallisaw

Sex and Age in Sallisaw

The most populous age groups in Sallisaw are Under 5 Years (390 | 9.5%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (465 | 10.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sallisaw
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years390 (9.5%)304 (6.9%)
5 to 9 Years361 (8.8%)276 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Years333 (8.1%)465 (10.5%)
15 to 19 Years313 (7.6%)347 (7.8%)
20 to 24 Years98 (2.4%)168 (3.8%)
25 to 29 Years303 (7.4%)260 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years291 (7.1%)337 (7.6%)
35 to 39 Years326 (8.0%)285 (6.4%)
40 to 44 Years287 (7.0%)197 (4.4%)
45 to 49 Years191 (4.7%)288 (6.5%)
50 to 54 Years253 (6.2%)254 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years264 (6.5%)202 (4.6%)
60 to 64 Years176 (4.3%)222 (5.0%)
65 to 69 Years177 (4.3%)180 (4.1%)
70 to 74 Years97 (2.4%)225 (5.1%)
75 to 79 Years141 (3.5%)258 (5.8%)
80 to 84 Years63 (1.5%)110 (2.5%)
85 Years and over27 (0.7%)55 (1.2%)
Total4,091 (100.0%)4,433 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sallisaw

Median Family Size in Sallisaw

The median family size in Sallisaw is 3.41 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,272 | 63.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.5 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (210 | 10.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.70 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Sallisaw
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,272 (63.9%)3.50
Single Male/Father210 (10.5%)2.70
Single Female/Mother509 (25.6%)3.48
Total Families1,991 (100.0%)3.41

Median Household Size in Sallisaw

The median household size in Sallisaw is 2.66 persons per household, with single female/mother households (509 | 16.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.6 persons per household. non-family households (1,141 | 36.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Sallisaw
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,272 (40.6%)3.53
Single Male/Father210 (6.7%)2.96
Single Female/Mother509 (16.3%)3.60
Non-family1,141 (36.4%)1.20
Total Households3,132 (100.0%)2.66

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sallisaw

Out of a total of 3,132 households in Sallisaw, 1,991 (63.6%) are family households, while 1,141 (36.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 726, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 967.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sallisaw
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-967 (30.9%)
2-Person Households726 (23.2%)159 (5.1%)
3-Person Households487 (15.5%)5 (0.2%)
4-Person Households449 (14.3%)6 (0.2%)
5-Person Households157 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households108 (3.5%)4 (0.1%)
7+ Person Households64 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,991 (63.6%)1,141 (36.4%)

Female Fertility in Sallisaw

Fertility by Age in Sallisaw

Average fertility rate in Sallisaw is 78.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 132.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 68.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Sallisaw
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years22 (14.9%)63.0
20 to 34 years101 (68.2%)132.0
35 to 50 years25 (16.9%)31.0
Total148 (100.0%)78.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sallisaw

60.1% of women with births (148) in Sallisaw are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 58.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sallisaw
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years42 (41.6%)59 (58.4%)
35 to 50 years25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total89 (60.1%)59 (39.9%)

Fertility by Education in Sallisaw

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sallisaw
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School21 (14.2%)43.0
High School Diploma88 (59.5%)178.0
College or Associate's Degree39 (26.4%)54.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total148 (100.0%)78.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sallisaw

39.9% of women with births in Sallisaw are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 63.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sallisaw
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School18 (85.7%)3 (14.3%)
High School Diploma32 (36.4%)56 (63.6%)
College or Associate's Degree39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total89 (60.1%)59 (39.9%)

Income in Sallisaw

Income Overview in Sallisaw

Per Capita Income in Sallisaw is $21,330, while median incomes of families and households are $57,669 and $44,310 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income8,524$21,330
Median Family Income1,991$57,669
Mean Family Income1,991$65,772
Median Household Income3,132$44,310
Mean Household Income3,132$57,215
Income Deficit1,991$11,044
Wage / Income Gap (%)8,52442.27%
Wage / Income Gap ($)8,52457.73¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8,5240.47

Earnings by Sex in Sallisaw

Average Earnings in Sallisaw are $27,134, $37,970 for men and $21,920 for women, a difference of 42.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Sallisaw
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,776 (51.2%)$37,970
Female1,692 (48.8%)$21,920
Total3,468 (100.0%)$27,134

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sallisaw

The most common earnings brackets in Sallisaw are $100,000+ for men (170 | 9.6%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (151 | 8.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sallisaw
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less139 (7.8%)149 (8.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99968 (3.8%)105 (6.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49934 (1.9%)121 (7.1%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (0.3%)120 (7.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49974 (4.2%)60 (3.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99928 (1.6%)76 (4.5%)
$15,000 to $17,49938 (2.1%)24 (1.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99927 (1.5%)148 (8.7%)
$20,000 to $22,49996 (5.4%)56 (3.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99979 (4.4%)111 (6.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999126 (7.1%)138 (8.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999105 (5.9%)151 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $39,999163 (9.2%)53 (3.1%)
$40,000 to $44,99963 (3.5%)74 (4.4%)
$45,000 to $49,999138 (7.8%)43 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99969 (3.9%)46 (2.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999117 (6.6%)49 (2.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999127 (7.1%)69 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999109 (6.1%)54 (3.2%)
$100,000+170 (9.6%)45 (2.7%)
Total1,776 (100.0%)1,692 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sallisaw

Average earnings in Sallisaw are $38,964 for men and $24,968 for women, a difference of 35.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $195,781, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $22,260. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,833, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $9,948.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sallisaw
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$22,260$9,948
High School Diploma$33,026$18,981
College or Associate's Degree$48,611$27,614
Bachelor's Degree$51,500$31,667
Graduate Degree$195,781$65,833
Total$38,964$24,968

Family Income in Sallisaw

Family Income Brackets in Sallisaw

According to the Sallisaw family income data, there are 436 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.9% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 66 families (3.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Sallisaw
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001537.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991557.8%
$15,000 to $24,99928314.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991437.2%
$35,000 to $49,9991758.8%
$50,000 to $74,99943621.9%
$75,000 to $99,99923711.9%
$100,000 to $149,99925712.9%
$150,000 to $199,999884.4%
$200,000+663.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sallisaw

5-person families (117 | 5.9%) account for the highest median family income in Sallisaw with $74,191 per family, while 2-person families (763 | 38.3%) have the highest median income of $29,754 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sallisaw
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families763 (38.3%)$59,508
3-Person Families511 (25.7%)$39,485
4-Person Families428 (21.5%)$45,357
5-Person Families117 (5.9%)$74,191
6-Person Families108 (5.4%)$0
7+ Person Families64 (3.2%)$0
Total1,991 (100.0%)$57,669

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sallisaw

The median family income in Sallisaw is $57,669, with families comprising 3+ earners (183) having the highest median family income of $94,740, while families with no earners (454) have the lowest median family income of $24,188, accounting for 9.2% and 22.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sallisaw
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners454 (22.8%)$24,188
1 Earner706 (35.5%)$34,318
2 Earners648 (32.6%)$78,375
3+ Earners183 (9.2%)$94,740
Total1,991 (100.0%)$57,669

Household Income in Sallisaw

Household Income Brackets in Sallisaw

With 601 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Sallisaw, accounting for 19.2% of all households. In contrast, only 88 households (2.8%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Sallisaw
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00032310.3%
$10,000 to $14,9992949.4%
$15,000 to $24,99954817.5%
$25,000 to $34,9992518.0%
$35,000 to $49,9992859.1%
$50,000 to $74,99960119.2%
$75,000 to $99,99932910.5%
$100,000 to $149,99932310.3%
$150,000 to $199,999882.8%
$200,000+943.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sallisaw

The median household income in Sallisaw is $44,310, with the highest median household income of $49,423 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,094 households (34.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 110 households (3.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sallisaw
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years110 (3.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,014 (32.4%)$48,929
45 to 64 Years1,094 (34.9%)$49,423
65+ Years914 (29.2%)$30,000
Total3,132 (100.0%)$44,310

Poverty in Sallisaw

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sallisaw

With 32.8% poverty level for males and 37.4% for females among the residents of Sallisaw, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 240 males (62.2%) and 198 females (65.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sallisaw
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years240 (62.2%)198 (65.1%)
5 Years13 (28.9%)20 (39.2%)
6 to 11 Years210 (51.6%)159 (43.8%)
12 to 14 Years95 (46.3%)135 (46.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)26 (24.8%)
16 and 17 Years95 (56.6%)19 (15.1%)
18 to 24 Years89 (51.1%)114 (40.7%)
25 to 34 Years134 (23.4%)244 (42.1%)
35 to 44 Years148 (25.6%)149 (31.2%)
45 to 54 Years91 (20.7%)230 (42.4%)
55 to 64 Years111 (26.2%)126 (29.7%)
65 to 74 Years24 (8.8%)94 (25.0%)
75 Years and over40 (19.5%)107 (25.9%)
Total1,290 (32.8%)1,621 (37.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sallisaw

According to the poverty statistics in Sallisaw, males aged 15 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 84.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sallisaw
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years146 (37.8%)106 (34.9%)
5 Years32 (71.1%)31 (60.8%)
6 to 11 Years197 (48.4%)204 (56.2%)
12 to 14 Years110 (53.7%)155 (53.4%)
15 Years53 (100.0%)79 (75.2%)
16 and 17 Years73 (43.4%)107 (84.9%)
18 to 24 Years85 (48.8%)166 (59.3%)
25 to 34 Years439 (76.6%)335 (57.9%)
35 to 44 Years431 (74.4%)329 (68.8%)
45 to 54 Years349 (79.3%)312 (57.6%)
55 to 64 Years313 (73.8%)298 (70.3%)
65 to 74 Years248 (91.2%)282 (75.0%)
75 Years and over165 (80.5%)307 (74.2%)
Total2,641 (67.2%)2,711 (62.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sallisaw

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sallisaw show that 18.2% or 231 of the total 1,272 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 43.5%, comprising of 10 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 13.2%, which includes 73 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sallisaw
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children481 (86.8%)73 (13.2%)
1 or 2 Children425 (78.3%)118 (21.7%)
3 or 4 Children122 (80.3%)30 (19.7%)
5 or more Children13 (56.5%)10 (43.5%)
Total1,041 (81.8%)231 (18.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sallisaw

According to the poverty data in Sallisaw, 24.8% or 52 single-father households and 57.2% or 291 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 52 households (38.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sallisaw
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)41 (27.0%)
1 or 2 Children52 (38.2%)152 (60.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)92 (92.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total52 (24.8%)291 (57.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sallisaw

The poverty data for Sallisaw shows that 231 of the married-couple family households (18.2%) and 343 of the single-parent households (47.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (43.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sallisaw
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children73 (13.2%)41 (18.9%)
1 or 2 Children118 (21.7%)204 (52.6%)
3 or 4 Children30 (19.7%)92 (85.2%)
5 or more Children10 (43.5%)6 (100.0%)
Total231 (18.2%)343 (47.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Sallisaw

Employment by Class of Employer in Sallisaw

Among the 3,041 employed individuals in Sallisaw, private company employees (1,834 | 60.3%), not-for-profit organizations (310 | 10.2%), and local government employees (293 | 9.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sallisaw
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,83460.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1003.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1996.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations31010.2%
Local Government Employees2939.6%
State Government Employees1745.7%
Federal Government Employees1314.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total3,041100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sallisaw

According to the labor force statistics for Sallisaw, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,237), 52.5% or 3,274 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 210 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 80.6% or 506 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 29.2% or 47 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Sallisaw
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years190 (37.8%)21 (11.1%)
20 to 24 Years161 (60.5%)47 (29.2%)
25 to 29 Years401 (71.2%)42 (10.5%)
30 to 34 Years506 (80.6%)30 (5.9%)
35 to 44 Years853 (77.9%)52 (6.1%)
45 to 54 Years608 (61.7%)13 (2.1%)
55 to 59 Years211 (45.3%)4 (1.9%)
60 to 64 Years164 (41.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years103 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over78 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,274 (52.5%)210 (6.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sallisaw

According to labor force statistics for Sallisaw, 66.3% of individuals (2,742) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,136) are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 140 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 83.6% or 536 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.4% or 80 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sallisaw
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School314 (42.6%)18 (2.5%)
High School Diploma809 (60.3%)89 (6.6%)
College / Associate Degree1,085 (76.6%)105 (7.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher536 (83.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,742 (66.3%)211 (5.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sallisaw

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sallisaw are Management (331 | 10.8%), Community & Social Service (316 | 10.3%), Education Instruction & Library (187 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (159 | 5.2%), and Business & Financial (103 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sallisaw

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sallisaw, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (84.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (82.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (76.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sallisaw
OccupationMaleFemale
Management243 (73.4%)88 (26.6%)
Business & Financial55 (53.4%)48 (46.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science47 (71.2%)19 (28.8%)
Computers & Mathematics26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 124 (39.2%)192 (60.8%)
Education, Arts & Media11 (17.7%)51 (82.3%)
Legal Services & Support33 (84.6%)6 (15.4%)
Education Instruction & Library63 (33.7%)124 (66.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment17 (60.7%)11 (39.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating37 (23.3%)122 (76.7%)
Health Technologists37 (46.8%)42 (53.2%)
Total (Category)506 (51.9%)469 (48.1%)
Total (Overall)1,635 (53.3%)1,431 (46.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sallisaw are Food Preparation & Serving (258 | 8.4%), Healthcare Support (120 | 3.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (105 | 3.4%), Security & Protection (91 | 3.0%), and Personal Care & Service (89 | 2.9%).
Services Occupations in Sallisaw

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Sallisaw, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (85.8%), Personal Care & Service (80.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (69.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Sallisaw
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support17 (14.2%)103 (85.8%)
Security & Protection91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving79 (30.6%)179 (69.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance81 (77.1%)24 (22.9%)
Personal Care & Service17 (19.1%)72 (80.9%)
Total (Category)285 (43.0%)378 (57.0%)
Total (Overall)1,635 (53.3%)1,431 (46.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sallisaw are Office & Administration (469 | 15.3%), and Sales & Related (243 | 7.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sallisaw

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sallisaw
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related70 (28.8%)173 (71.2%)
Office & Administration123 (26.2%)346 (73.8%)
Total (Category)193 (27.1%)519 (72.9%)
Total (Overall)1,635 (53.3%)1,431 (46.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sallisaw are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (157 | 5.1%), Construction & Extraction (121 | 4.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (41 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sallisaw

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sallisaw
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry32 (78.0%)9 (22.0%)
Construction & Extraction121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair157 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)310 (97.2%)9 (2.8%)
Total (Overall)1,635 (53.3%)1,431 (46.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sallisaw are Production (189 | 6.2%), Transportation (104 | 3.4%), and Material Moving (104 | 3.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sallisaw

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sallisaw
OccupationMaleFemale
Production166 (87.8%)23 (12.2%)
Transportation84 (80.8%)20 (19.2%)
Material Moving91 (87.5%)13 (12.5%)
Total (Category)341 (85.9%)56 (14.1%)
Total (Overall)1,635 (53.3%)1,431 (46.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sallisaw

Employment Industries in Sallisaw

The major employment industries in Sallisaw include Health Care & Social Assistance (508 | 16.6%), Retail Trade (327 | 10.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (308 | 10.1%), Manufacturing (278 | 9.1%), and Educational Services (275 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries in Sallisaw

Employment Industries by Sex in Sallisaw

The Sallisaw industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (95.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (72.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (72.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sallisaw
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting69 (74.2%)24 (25.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing235 (84.5%)43 (15.5%)
Wholesale Trade40 (97.6%)1 (2.4%)
Retail Trade170 (52.0%)157 (48.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing37 (59.7%)25 (40.3%)
Utilities40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information17 (85.0%)3 (15.0%)
Finance & Insurance70 (44.0%)89 (56.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing5 (4.6%)103 (95.4%)
Professional & Scientific98 (90.7%)10 (9.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support58 (63.7%)33 (36.3%)
Educational Services158 (57.5%)117 (42.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance141 (27.8%)367 (72.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation115 (57.8%)84 (42.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services86 (27.9%)222 (72.1%)
Public Administration103 (47.5%)114 (52.5%)
Total1,635 (53.3%)1,431 (46.7%)

Education in Sallisaw

School Enrollment in Sallisaw

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,436 students in Sallisaw are middle school (706 | 29.0%), high school (573 | 23.5%), and elementary school (522 | 21.4%).
School Enrollment in Sallisaw
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1486.1%
Kindergarten1937.9%
Elementary School52221.4%
Middle School70629.0%
High School57323.5%
College / Undergraduate24510.1%
Graduate / Professional492.0%
Total2,436100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sallisaw

Out of a total of 2,436 students who are enrolled in schools in Sallisaw, 51 (2.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,385 (97.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 12 (17.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 84 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sallisaw
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds167 (94.9%)9 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old608 (99.4%)4 (0.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds783 (99.1%)7 (0.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds444 (98.5%)7 (1.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds121 (96.8%)4 (3.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds122 (93.1%)9 (6.9%)
35 Years and over55 (82.1%)12 (17.9%)
Total2,385 (97.9%)51 (2.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sallisaw

Education (261 | 28.1%), business (159 | 17.1%), arts & humanities (73 | 7.9%), physical & health sciences (68 | 7.3%), and science & technology (67 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 929 individuals in Sallisaw who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sallisaw
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics374.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural404.3%
Physical & Health Sciences687.3%
Psychology101.1%
Social Sciences626.7%
Engineering465.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology677.2%
Business15917.1%
Education26128.1%
Literature & Languages101.1%
Liberal Arts & History323.4%
Visual & Performing Arts151.6%
Communications495.3%
Arts & Humanities737.9%
Total929100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sallisaw

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sallisaw

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sallisaw are males with 2 vehicles (648, accounting for 40.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (465, making up 45.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sallisaw
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)52 (3.7%)
1 Vehicle426 (26.4%)372 (26.3%)
2 Vehicles648 (40.1%)465 (32.8%)
3 Vehicles306 (18.9%)351 (24.8%)
4 Vehicles174 (10.8%)166 (11.7%)
5 or more Vehicles63 (3.9%)10 (0.7%)
Total1,617 (100.0%)1,416 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sallisaw

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sallisaw are 5 to 9 minutes (708 commuters, 24.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (697 commuters, 24.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (264 commuters, 9.1%).
Commute Time in Sallisaw
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2478.5%
5 to 9 Minutes70824.4%
10 to 14 Minutes69724.0%
15 to 19 Minutes2649.1%
20 to 24 Minutes1384.8%
25 to 29 Minutes903.1%
30 to 34 Minutes2147.4%
35 to 39 Minutes792.7%
40 to 44 Minutes883.0%
45 to 59 Minutes2217.6%
60 to 89 Minutes662.3%
90 or more Minutes933.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Sallisaw

The most common commute times in Sallisaw are 5 to 9 minutes (328 commuters, 21.6%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (384 commuters, 27.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sallisaw
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes176 (11.6%)71 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes328 (21.6%)380 (27.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes313 (20.6%)384 (27.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes96 (6.3%)168 (12.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes48 (3.2%)90 (6.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes67 (4.4%)23 (1.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes131 (8.6%)83 (6.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes56 (3.7%)23 (1.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes71 (4.7%)17 (1.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes119 (7.9%)102 (7.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes26 (1.7%)40 (2.9%)
90 or more Minutes85 (5.6%)8 (0.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sallisaw

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sallisaw are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (242, 16.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (366, 26.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sallisaw
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM55 (3.6%)121 (8.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM90 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM55 (3.6%)87 (6.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM100 (6.6%)54 (3.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM242 (16.0%)42 (3.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM238 (15.7%)162 (11.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM182 (12.0%)366 (26.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM137 (9.0%)176 (12.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM100 (6.6%)79 (5.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM76 (5.0%)57 (4.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM69 (4.5%)47 (3.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM105 (6.9%)148 (10.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM67 (4.4%)50 (3.6%)
Total1,516 (100.0%)1,389 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sallisaw

Occupancy by Ownership in Sallisaw

Of the total 3,132 dwellings in Sallisaw, owner-occupied units account for 1,650 (52.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,482 (47.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sallisaw
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,65052.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,48247.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,132100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sallisaw

Occupancy by Household Size in Sallisaw
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household96730.9%
2-Person Household88528.3%
3-Person Household49215.7%
4+ Person Household78825.2%
Total Housing Units3,132100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sallisaw

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sallisaw
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household445 (46.0%)522 (54.0%)
2-Person Household577 (65.2%)308 (34.8%)
3-Person Household279 (56.7%)213 (43.3%)
4+ Person Household349 (44.3%)439 (55.7%)
Total Housing Units1,650 (52.7%)1,482 (47.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sallisaw

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sallisaw
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School158 (36.9%)270 (63.1%)
High School Diploma431 (45.0%)526 (55.0%)
College/Associate Degree589 (50.5%)578 (49.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher472 (81.4%)108 (18.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sallisaw

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sallisaw
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years56418.0%
35 to 44 Years56017.9%
45 to 54 Years58418.6%
55 to 64 Years51016.3%
65 to 74 Years46915.0%
75 to 84 Years40112.8%
85 Years and Over441.4%
Total3,132100.0%

Housing Finances in Sallisaw

Median Income by Occupancy in Sallisaw

Median Income by Occupancy in Sallisaw
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,650 (52.7%)$58,936
Renter-Occupied1,482 (47.3%)$29,303
Average3,132 (100.0%)$44,310

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sallisaw

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sallisaw
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00077 (4.7%)114 (7.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99942 (2.5%)89 (6.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99983 (5.0%)210 (14.2%)
$15,000 to $19,999108 (6.6%)140 (9.5%)
$20,000 to $24,999176 (10.7%)125 (8.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99971 (4.3%)178 (12.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999139 (8.4%)146 (9.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999354 (21.4%)248 (16.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999228 (13.8%)100 (6.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999232 (14.1%)90 (6.1%)
$150,000 or more140 (8.5%)42 (2.8%)
Total1,650 (100.0%)1,482 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sallisaw

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sallisaw
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300207 (12.6%)72 (4.9%)
$300 to $499311 (18.9%)175 (11.8%)
$500 to $799460 (27.9%)404 (27.3%)
$800 to $999191 (11.6%)426 (28.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499285 (17.3%)285 (19.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999127 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49937 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99912 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more20 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,650 (100.0%)1,482 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sallisaw

Housing Structures in Sallisaw

Housing Structures in Sallisaw
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,36275.4%
Single Unit, Attached521.7%
2 Unit Apartments762.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1284.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1725.5%
10 or more Apartments762.4%
Mobile Home / Other2668.5%
Total3,132100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sallisaw

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sallisaw
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,487 (63.0%)875 (37.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)76 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments34 (26.6%)94 (73.4%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)172 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)76 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other129 (48.5%)137 (51.5%)
Total1,650 (52.7%)1,482 (47.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sallisaw

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sallisaw
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room18 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms21 (1.3%)211 (14.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms622 (37.7%)880 (59.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms685 (41.5%)349 (23.5%)
8 or more Rooms304 (18.4%)42 (2.8%)
Total1,650 (100.0%)1,482 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sallisaw

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sallisaw
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas705 (42.7%)527 (35.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas58 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity847 (51.3%)933 (63.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels33 (2.0%)1 (0.1%)
No Fuel Used7 (0.4%)21 (1.4%)
Total1,650 (100.0%)1,482 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sallisaw

Household Vehicle Usage in Sallisaw
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle70 (4.2%)159 (10.7%)
1 Vehicle538 (32.6%)751 (50.7%)
2 Vehicles482 (29.2%)452 (30.5%)
3 or more Vehicles560 (33.9%)120 (8.1%)
Total1,650 (100.0%)1,482 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sallisaw

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sallisaw

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units809841
Median Property Value$110,700$131,500
Median Household Income$38,628$117
Monthly Housing Costs$435$20
Real Estate Taxes$738$39

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sallisaw

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sallisaw
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000151 (18.7%)54 (6.4%)
$50,000 to $99,999193 (23.9%)282 (33.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999419 (51.8%)410 (48.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99932 (4.0%)81 (9.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99914 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)14 (1.7%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total809 (100.0%)841 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sallisaw

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sallisaw
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00086 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999241 (29.8%)33 (3.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99951 (6.3%)126 (15.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99985 (10.5%)20 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999177 (21.9%)54 (6.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99958 (7.2%)177 (21.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99988 (10.9%)170 (20.2%)
$150,000 or more23 (2.8%)144 (17.1%)
Total809 (100.0%)841 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sallisaw

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sallisaw
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x307 (38.0%)75,938 (9,029.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x113 (14.0%)476 (56.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x103 (12.7%)201 (23.9%)
4.0x or more266 (32.9%)28 (3.3%)
Total809 (100.0%)841 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sallisaw

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sallisaw
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800370 (45.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499224 (27.7%)393 (46.7%)
$800 to $1,499113 (14.0%)291 (34.6%)
Total809 (100.0%)841 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sallisaw

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sallisaw

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sallisaw
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years758 (92.7%)60 (7.3%)
6 to 18 Years1,623 (88.9%)203 (11.1%)
19 to 25 Years379 (77.0%)113 (23.0%)
26 to 34 Years684 (65.8%)356 (34.2%)
35 to 44 Years764 (72.3%)293 (27.7%)
45 to 54 Years653 (66.5%)329 (33.5%)
55 to 64 Years682 (80.4%)166 (19.6%)
65 to 74 Years641 (98.9%)7 (1.1%)
75 Years and older619 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,803 (81.7%)1,527 (18.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sallisaw

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sallisaw
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born758 (92.7%)60 (7.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,623 (88.9%)203 (11.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen379 (77.0%)113 (23.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sallisaw

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sallisaw
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,002 (76.7%)607 (23.3%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,431 (84.9%)255 (15.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,233 (89.0%)152 (11.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999690 (75.7%)222 (24.3%)
$100,000 and over1,437 (83.2%)291 (16.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sallisaw

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sallisaw
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6656 (80.2%)146 (17.8%)
6 to 18 Years1,123 (61.5%)635 (34.8%)
19 to 25 Years182 (37.0%)197 (40.0%)
25 to 34 Years269 (25.9%)474 (45.6%)
35 to 44 Years203 (19.2%)596 (56.4%)
45 to 54 Years226 (23.0%)489 (49.8%)
55 to 64 Years316 (37.3%)392 (46.2%)
65 to 74 Years632 (97.5%)235 (36.3%)
75 Years and over605 (97.7%)236 (38.1%)
Total4,212 (50.6%)3,400 (40.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sallisaw

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sallisaw
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years107 (11.8%)56 (5.8%)
18 to 34 Years86 (11.5%)130 (15.1%)
35 to 64 Years419 (29.0%)369 (25.6%)
65 to 74 Years107 (39.3%)143 (38.0%)
75 Years and over109 (53.2%)295 (71.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sallisaw

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sallisaw: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (1.5%)
18 to 34 Years30 (4.0%)5 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years154 (10.7%)40 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years58 (21.3%)56 (14.9%)
75 Years and over109 (53.2%)46 (11.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sallisaw: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years54 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)44 (5.1%)
35 to 64 Years88 (6.1%)76 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years4 (1.5%)39 (10.4%)
75 Years and over53 (25.9%)44 (10.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sallisaw: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years94 (10.4%)56 (5.8%)
18 to 34 Years44 (5.9%)85 (9.9%)
35 to 64 Years153 (10.6%)157 (10.9%)
65 to 74 Years14 (5.1%)45 (12.0%)
75 Years and over22 (10.7%)16 (3.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sallisaw: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years41 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)42 (4.9%)
35 to 64 Years259 (17.9%)295 (20.4%)
65 to 74 Years52 (19.1%)89 (23.7%)
75 Years and over32 (15.6%)261 (63.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sallisaw: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years47 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)19 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years91 (6.3%)94 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years14 (5.1%)29 (7.7%)
75 Years and over22 (10.7%)40 (9.7%)

Technology Access in Sallisaw

Computing Device Access in Sallisaw

Computing Device Access in Sallisaw
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,80057.5%
Smartphone2,56081.7%
Tablet1,55249.5%
No Computing Device3099.9%
Total3,132100.0%

Internet Access in Sallisaw

Internet Access in Sallisaw
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2,00964.1%
Cellular Data Only36511.7%
Satellite Internet1334.3%
No Internet66221.1%
Total3,132100.0%

Sallisaw Summary

Sallisaw is a city located in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma. It is the county seat of Sequoyah County and is located in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. The city is situated on the Arkansas River and is home to a population of 8,880 people as of the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Sallisaw was originally inhabited by the Cherokee Nation. The city was founded in 1883 by the Choctaw and Cherokee Railroad, which was built to connect the Indian Territory with the Arkansas River. The city was named after a nearby creek, which was named after a Choctaw chief named Sallisaw.
The city was incorporated in 1898 and was the site of a major battle during the Civil War. The Battle of Sallisaw was fought on April 22, 1864, and resulted in a Confederate victory.

Geography

Sallisaw is located in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains in eastern Oklahoma. It is situated on the Arkansas River and is bordered by the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge to the north and the Cherokee Nation to the south. The city has a total area of 8.3 square miles, all of which is land.
The climate in Sallisaw is characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64°F, and the average annual precipitation is 44 inches.

Economy

The economy of Sallisaw is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large manufacturing plants, including a Tyson Foods plant and a ConAgra Foods plant. The city is also home to several large agricultural operations, including a large cattle ranch and a large poultry farm.
The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The city is served by the Sallisaw Municipal Airport, which provides air service to the city and surrounding area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Sallisaw was 8,880. The racial makeup of the city was 79.3% White, 15.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% African American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 4.4% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Sallisaw was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sallisaw?
Total Population of Sallisaw is 8,524.
What is the Total Male Population of Sallisaw?
Total Male Population of Sallisaw is 4,091.
What is the Total Female Population of Sallisaw?
Total Female Population of Sallisaw is 4,433.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sallisaw?
There are 92.29 Males per 100 Females in Sallisaw.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sallisaw?
There are 108.36 Females per 100 Males in Sallisaw.
What is the Median Population Age in Sallisaw?
Median Population Age in Sallisaw is 35.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sallisaw
Average Family Size in Sallisaw is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sallisaw
Average Household Size in Sallisaw is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sallisaw?
Per Capita income in Sallisaw is $21,330.
What is the Median Family Income in Sallisaw?
Median Family Income in Sallisaw is $57,669.
What is the Median Household income in Sallisaw?
Median Household Income in Sallisaw is $44,310.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sallisaw?
Income or Wage Gap in Sallisaw is 42.3%.
Women in Sallisaw earn 57.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Sallisaw?
Family Income Deficit in Sallisaw is $11,044.
Families that are below poverty line in Sallisaw earn $11,044 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sallisaw?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sallisaw is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sallisaw?
There are 3,274 People in the Labor Forcein in Sallisaw.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sallisaw?
52.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Sallisaw.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sallisaw?
Unemployment Rate in Sallisaw is 6.4%.