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Broken Arrow is quickly becoming a magnet for high-tech companies, entrepreneurs and innovators. The city’s location near Tulsa International Airport and major transportation routes, business-friendly atmosphere, and cultural amenities make it an attractive option for those looking to enjoy both the relaxed pace of a small town with proximity to a larger city. Broken Arrow is also surrounded by lakes and some of Oklahoma’s most scenic natural areas.
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ACTIVE LIVING
TULSA COUNTY Broken Arrow
LOCATION Broken Arrow is located in northeastern Oklahoma, primarily in Tulsa County. Broken Arrow’s recreation activities and friendly charm attract large businesses and families to the area.
CLIMATE
41” Annual Rainfall National Average: 31”
225+ Number of sunny days annually
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development 210 North Main Street, Suite C
DISTANCES TO THREE MAJOR CITIES NEARBY Oklahoma City, 118 miles Dallas, Texas, 266 miles Kansas City, Mo., 267 miles
POPULATION
104,726 Broken Arrow
3.9 million State Population U.S. Census QuickFacts, 2014
Broken Arrow, OK 74012 Phone: (918) 251-1518 Fax: (918) 251-1777 www.brokenarrowchamber.com
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BROKEN ARROW
TIME ZONE Central
Named one of the most affordable suburbs in the south by Business Week, Broken Arrow is also considered one of the safest cities in the nation. A network of sidewalks and trails connect neighborhoods to parks, and the city’s collection of athletic facilities encourages residents to participate in many sports. Main Street, with its Performing Arts Center and variety of restaurants, bars and specialty stores, remains the heart of Broken Arrow’s entertainment scene. Broken Arrow has a strong faith community, as well, with more than 60 places of worship. Three renowned hospitals offer high-quality, accessible health care.
COMMUNITY COMMITMENT Broken Arrow has state’s highest education attainment level, the best public school system, a highly educated workforce, available and affordable land, and leadership committed to business growth. Read on for more on how Broken Arrow is one of America’s best places to live.
COMMUNITY PROFILE DEMOGRAPHICS
TRANSPORTATION WALKABILITY Walkscore: 18 Almost all errands require a car
20 Minutes Median Travel Time to Work
AGE 17 and Under 27% 18-64 63% 65 and Over 10%
ETHNICITY White 76% Black 4%
REAL ESTATE
$151,300 Median Value, Owner-Occupied Housing Units
38,013 Housing Units
$1,330 Median Selected Monthly Owner Costs, With Mortgage
15 Miles Closest Major Airport Tulsa International Airport
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Tulsa Transit www.tulsatransit.org
Owners
Renters
There are 38,013 housing units in Broken Arrow. Approximately 29,950 are owner-occupied and 8,063 are occupied by renters.
Hispanic 7% Other 13%
QUICK REFERENCE ELECTRICITY
GAS
WATER & SEWER
Public Service Company of Oklahoma www.psoklahoma.com
Oklahoma Natural Gas www. oklahomanaturalgas.com
City of Broken Arrow www.brokenarrowok.gov
THIS SECTION IS SPONSORED BY
Floral Haven Funeral Home ◆ Cemetery ◆ Crematory ◆ Floral Shop ◆ 6500 S. 129th E. Ave. ◆ Broken Arrow, OK 74012
For a personal tour of our gardens, please call 918-921-7735
ECONOMIC PROFILE
RETAIL, TOURISM & DINING
$1.1B Annual Retail Sales
WORKFORCE
BUSINESSES
8,500 Total number of firms
TAXES 3% City Sales and Use Tax .85% County Sales Tax, Tulsa .85% County Sales Tax, Wagoner 4.5% State Sales Tax 8.35% Total Sales Tax, Tulsa 8.8% Total Sales Tax, Wagoner
EDUCATION LEVEL
$12.45M Annual Hotel Sales
$158.9M Annual Food Sales
TRANSPORTATION ASSETS Tulsa International Airport www.tulsaairports.com
HOUSEHOLD INCOME
TOP EMPLOYERS
High School 53% Associate Degree 10% Bachelor’s Degree 22% Post-Graduate Degree 9% Other 6%
500-2,000+ 300-500
6% Unemployment Rate
Zeeco, Oklahoma Healthcare, Exterran, MicahTek, McDaniel Tech. Services, AG Equipment Rhema Bible Church, Davis H. Elliot, Baker Hughes, St. John
8,930
Total number employed
Broken Arrow Public Schools, Wal-Mart, FlightSafety, City of Broken Arrow
20,247
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$100,000+ $99,999-35,000 $34,999 and under THIS SECTION IS SPONSORED BY
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