Springer, OK

Springer, Oklahoma

Springer, Oklahoma, in Carter county, is 65 miles S of Norman, Oklahoma (center to center) and 82 miles S of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The town is home to some 577 residents.

The People and Families of Springer

In Springer, about 71% of adults are married. A large portion of people in Springer are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Springer had a median family income of $35,375. Fewer people in Springer are poor than in most places in Oklahoma.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($500) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Springer. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Springer Housing

According to the 2000 census, 80% of the housing in Springer was owner-occupied. The town presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations.

Commuting

In Springer, 97% of commuters drive to work. People in Springer expect to drive a lot. The town does not have a lot of public transportation.

High Points

Springer strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Oklahoma):

Category	Trophy
Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers)	Top 4%
Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State)	Top 8%

Comparative Profile of Springer, OK

Comparing Springer to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Oklahoma (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Racial Diversity
Age of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Children Under 5 Years Old
Female Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Property Taxes
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Rents
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone

Springer Almanac

Springer Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Springer Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

Springer High Schools (2004)

SPRINGER HS
16624 HIGHWAY 77
580-653-2471
A Title I school.
Serves 46 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 46

Springer Colleges

(List of All Oklahoma Colleges)

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