Broken Arrow has twice been named the best place for first-time homebuyers by WalletHub. The city’s large land area lends itself to all the best aspects of suburbia, while our low commute times and excellent traffic grid management make getting where you need to go easy. Broken Arrow makes it possible to get that suburban feel without being far from the action.

With our continued growth, Broken Arrow adds new housing to our community every year, from family homes to downtown apartment living. New mixed-use projects like Brio at the Rose are also expanding options, bringing modern residential living into walkable, amenity-rich areas.

The City of Broken Arrow is served by two public school systems: Broken Arrow Public Schools (BAPS) and Union Public Schools (UPS). Both districts are dedicated to sharing knowledge, inspiring innovative thinking, and preparing students for a lifetime of curiosity and success. The city also has several private schools, including parochial schools and a private, family-run school serving preschool through fifth-grade students.

Our education system readies students for the future. Our public schools partner with higher education and technical colleges to provide students with opportunities to learn trade skills and earn college credit while in high school.

Broken Arrow is home to a wide range of healthcare facilities and social services agencies, from full-service hospitals, primary doctors, specialty medicine clinics, nursing homes, home health care services, and outpatient surgery centers.

There are several hospitals within minutes of Broken Arrow’s city limits and the primary hospital is Ascension St. John Broken Arrow. This facility was recently awarded a five-star rating, the highest achievement level possible, from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Of the more than 4,500 hospitals evaluated nationwide by CMS, only 407 received a five-star rating. Oxford Healthcare and St John Broken Arrow Medical Center, together employ approximately 700 people.

Broken Arrow offers a dynamic mix of recreation, entertainment, and cultural experiences that make it easy to stay connected to the community. At the center is the Rose District, a revitalized, walkable downtown filled with local dining, shopping, live performances, and arts destinations like the Performing Arts Center and Community Playhouse. Nearby, New Orleans Square is emerging as another vibrant hub, with ongoing investment bringing new retail, restaurants, and community gathering spaces to south Broken Arrow.

From seasonal festivals and long-standing traditions like Rooster Days to farmers markets, live music, and holiday events, Broken Arrow fosters a strong sense of community year-round. Residents and visitors can also explore local history at the Museum Broken Arrow and Military History Center, making arts, culture, and recreation an everyday part of life in the city. For more information about dining, lodging, museums, and other recreational activities visit the Broken Arrow Tourism website.