Living in Edmond, OK
Edmond is the 340th-largest city in the US, home to about 100,000 people in 2025. It has grown 6.4% since 2020. Prices across the metro area run below the national average (90.4 on an index where the US is 100).
- Population, 2025
- 100,479+6.4% since 2020
- Median home value
- $351,4003.4 years of median income
- Median rent
- $1,344/morent plus utilities
- Household income
- $103,183median, per year
- Price level
- 90.4US average = 100
- January / July highs
- 49° / 93°lows 27° / 70°
- Average commute
- 23 min14% work from home
- State income tax
- 4.5%top rate, graduated
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County: Oklahoma County
Time zone: Central Time (UTC-6, UTC-5 in summer)
Elevation: about 1,204 ft
Metro area: Oklahoma City, OK
Cost of living in Edmond
The median home in Edmond is worth $351,400 and the median household earns $103,183 a year, so a typical home costs about 3.4 years of income. Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,344 a month, about 16% of the median household's income. BEA puts overall prices in the Oklahoma City, OK metro area at 90.4, with housing at 73.9 and goods at 93.8 (US = 100). In practice, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced place stretches about as far as $67,800 here. Oklahoma taxes wages at a top rate of 4.5%. The average combined state and local sales tax in Oklahoma is 9.06%.
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Edmond weather
Average highs run from 49°F in January to 93°F in July, and January nights average 27°F. It gets 36 inches of rain and melted snow a year and 7 inches of snow. Expect about 74 days a year at 90°F or hotter. Nights drop below freezing about 72 times a year. The most comfortable months are April and September to October.
Month-by-month weather and the best time to visit Edmond
People and work
The median resident is 37.9 years old, and 58% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 70% of households own their home. The average one-way commute is 23 minutes; 14% of workers work from home.
- Median age
- 37.9366th youngest of 546
- Bachelor's or higher
- 58%adults 25+
- Homeowners
- 70%of households
- People per sq mile
- 1,19084.4 sq mi of land
- Take transit to work
- 0%2% walk, 0.1% bike
- Unemployment
- 3.3%2020-2024 average
- Poverty rate
- 8.1%of residents
- Typical home built
- 1993median year
Who moves to Edmond, and where people go
From farther away, newcomers most often come from Dallas (Dallas County), Fort Worth (Tarrant County) and Los Angeles (Los Angeles County). People who leave for somewhere more than 100 miles away most often head to Dallas (Dallas County), Fort Worth (Tarrant County) and Houston (Harris County). See the map and full lists
IRS county-to-county migration, 2022 to 2023 tax years. Where Americans are moving.
Natural hazards, home prices and air quality
Natural hazard risk
Relatively High
FEMA rating for Oklahoma County, scored against every US county. Biggest risks: tornado, hail, ice storm, inland flooding.
Home prices
+2.4% in a year
Up 36% over five years. FHFA house price index for the Oklahoma City, OK area, 2026 Q2.
Air quality, 2025
44% good days
8 days unhealthy at least for sensitive groups. EPA daily air quality index for the Oklahoma City, OK area (365 days measured).
FEMA National Risk Index (December 2025) combines expected losses from 18 natural hazards with how vulnerable and resilient the community is. It describes the county, not your street; check flood maps for a specific address at FEMA's Flood Map Service Center.
Parks and sights near Edmond
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus 32 miles
- University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond
- Oklahoma City Community College 20 miles
- Rose State College 16 miles
- Oklahoma Christian University 4 miles
- Oklahoma City University 12 miles
- Mid-America Christian University 23 miles
- Southern Nazarene University 14 miles
Places from Wikidata (CC0), linked to each one's official site or Wikipedia article. Check hours and fees before you go.
Airports near Edmond
| Airport | Distance | Passengers boarding in 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Will Rogers World Airport OKC | 20 mi | 2,243,575 |
| Stillwater Regional Airport SWO | 40 mi | 34,729 |
Federal Aviation Administration, calendar year 2024 passenger boardings (enplanements) at commercial service airports. Straight-line distance.
Colleges in and near Edmond
| College | Distance | Undergrads | Net price a year | Graduate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Central Oklahoma | in town | 10,170 | $18,348 | 36% |
| Oklahoma City Community College | 20 mi | 9,758 | $5,160 | 22% |
| Rose State College | 16 mi | 4,953 | $9,616 | n/a |
| Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City | 15 mi | 3,514 | $7,098 | n/a |
| Oklahoma Christian University | 4 mi | 1,885 | $23,169 | 63% |
| Mid-America Christian University | 23 mi | 1,666 | $21,544 | 31% |
US Department of Education College Scorecard, October 2026 release. Net price is the average yearly cost after grants for students who get federal aid. Graduate: share finishing within 150% of normal time.
Frost dates and fall color in Edmond
Half the years, the last spring night at 32°F comes before April 4, so plant tender crops after that date or wait a week or two to be safer. Fall color depends on the trees, but the US Department of Agriculture says the brightest leaves come with warm, sunny days and cool nights, and that frost ruins vivid color. Here, cool 36°F nights usually start around October 26 and the first frost comes around November 2.
NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals for Oklahoma City Will Rogers Airport, OK, median (50%) dates. All frost dates for Edmond.
Wildfire smoke in Edmond
From 2021 through 2025, a smoke plume covered Edmond on about 151 days a year, including about 26 days of medium or heavy smoke. Smoke high overhead can turn sunsets red without reaching the ground, so check the air quality reading before you change plans.
NOAA Hazard Mapping System smoke analysis, daily satellite plumes over the city center, 2021 to 2025. Smoke days for every city.
Home internet in Edmond
Census Bureau American Community Survey 2020-2024, table B28002, 37,491 households. Compare every city.
Public schools in Edmond
Downtown Edmond is in this district. Neighborhoods farther out may belong to a different one, so check the address with the district before you buy or rent.
| District | Grades | Students | Schools | Students per teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edmond Public Schools | Pre-K to 12 | 25,746 | 28 | 17.2 |
Other districts within 10 miles: Oklahoma City Public Schools (32,750 students), Putnam City Public Schools (18,836 students), Midwest City-Del City Schools (12,087 students), Deer Creek Public Schools (8,156 students), Guthrie Public Schools (3,483 students), Jones Public Schools (1,170 students).
National Center for Education Statistics, school district boundaries and characteristics, 2024-25 school year.
Edmond's twin cities
Cities at least 250 miles away with the closest match to Edmond's weather month by month and its costs (price level, home values and rent).
- Clarksville, TN76% matchCompare
- Richmond, VA76% matchCompare
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Stargazing near Edmond
The nearest certified International Dark Sky Places:
Designations by DarkSky International as recorded in Wikidata (CC0). All dark sky places.
Pros and cons of living in Edmond
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Pros
- Data Homes are affordable for locals: the median home costs 3.4 years of median household income, lower than in three quarters of the cities we cover.
- Data Everyday prices in the metro run 10% below the US average (BEA).
- Data A highly educated city: 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Cons
- Data Sales tax is high: 9.06% on average with local taxes.
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Cities near Edmond
| City | Distance | Population | Home value | Price level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City, OK | 11 mi | 719,849 | $231,300 | 90.4 | Compare |
| Norman, OK | 31 mi | 130,943 | $250,100 | 90.4 | Compare |
| Lawton, OK | 89 mi | 90,503 | $142,100 | 85.9 | Compare |
| Tulsa, OK | 89 mi | 416,209 | $205,300 | 89.2 | Compare |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 98 mi | 124,991 | $250,400 | 89.2 | Compare |
| Wichita Falls, TX | 135 mi | 101,951 | $156,800 | 89.5 | Compare |
Straight-line distance between city centers.
Edmond ranks 6th of 14 in our best suburbs of Oklahoma City ranking.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Edmond a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. The numbers show prices below the national average, homes that cost under four years of median income, a growing population. Compare Edmond side by side with another city to see how it stacks up for you.
What is the population of Edmond?
The Census Bureau estimates Edmond had 100,479 residents on July 1, 2025, compared with 94,423 in April 2020 (+6.4%).
How much do you need to earn to live in Edmond?
Using BEA price levels, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced US city buys about the same as $67,800 in the Edmond area. The median household here earns $103,183.
When is the best time to visit Edmond?
By the 1991-2020 climate normals, April and September to October are the most comfortable months. July averages 93°F and January 49°F for daytime highs.
What county is Edmond in?
Edmond is in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. Source: Census Bureau 2020 geography.
What time zone is Edmond in?
Edmond is on Central Time (UTC-6, or UTC-5 during daylight saving time from March to November).
What is the elevation of Edmond?
About 1,204 feet above sea level at the city center. Elevation varies across the city.
Does Oklahoma have a state income tax?
Yes. Oklahoma has a graduated income tax with a top rate of 4.5% for 2026. Some cities add a local income tax, which is not included here.
Sources
Population: Census Bureau Vintage 2025 estimates (July 1, 2025). Income, housing, education and commuting: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for the city of Edmond. Price levels: BEA Regional Price Parities 2024 for the Oklahoma City, OK metro area. Weather: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, Oklahoma City Will Rogers Airport, OK station. Taxes: Tax Foundation 2026. How we get our numbers.