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Ponca City
Ponca City, OK
Area Guide
Delve into the history of this jewel on the prairie
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Riverside
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Scenic
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Named after the Ponca Tribe, Ponca City is a small town in North Central Oklahoma with deep historical roots. Delve into Ponca City’s past at the many museums in town, including the Standing Bear Park and Museum, Pioneer Woman Museum, Conoco Museum, and the Marland Mansion.
Ponca City’s history with the oil industry has made it into the thriving cultural center it is today, with lush gardens, stately homes, upscale hotels, scenic golf courses, and an elegant theater serving as remnants of the oil boom. Ponca City is home to a tight-knit community bonded by special events such as the Ponca City Herb Festival, Bison Bison Film Festival, Standing Bear Powwow, and the Ponca City Arts Festival.
Outdoor recreation abounds in Ponca City, with convenient access to the Arkansas River, Lake Ponca, Kaw Lake, and numerous local parks. Ponca City residents enjoy a small-town atmosphere within close reach of big-city amenities. Tulsa and Oklahoma City are both just over an hour’s drive from Ponca City.
Explore the City
Locals find plenty of shopping and dining options on Grand Ave and 14th Street.
The gazebo at Cann Memorial Gardens is the perfect spot to take a break for Ponca City locals.
Ponca City features midcentury homes and historic properties dating back to the 1920s.
Rent Trends
As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Ponca City, OK is $343 for a studio, $562 for one bedroom, $639 for two bedrooms, and $780 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ponca City has increased by 1.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$562/month
638 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Ponca City, OK is 17.5% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Ponca City is 31.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $343 - $780. You can expect to pay 5.7% less for groceries, 5.6% less for utilities, and 9.3% less for transportation.
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Transportation
43
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
42
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
265 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
91 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
313 Students
Public
Grades K-5
281 Students
Public
Grades K-5
277 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
91 Students
Public
Grades 6-7
686 Students
Public
Grades 8
353 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,427 Students
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.