| ZIP Code | 74501 |
|---|---|
| City | Mcalester |
| State | Oklahoma (OK) |
| County | Pittsburg County |
| Area Code | 539/918 |
| Elevation | 707 ft |
| Latitude | 34.984203 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.786716 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 40121 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 17.3% ▲ 73% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.5% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 235 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,939 (34%) |
| Some College | 2,747 (15.7%) |
| Associates | 2,686 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,890 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,956 (22.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,430 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $156,500 ▼ 44% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $907/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,223 |
| Vacant Units | 1,862 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,223 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,862 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 74501 is located in Mcalester, Oklahoma, within Pittsburg County. With a population of 28,687, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 74501 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,430 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 74501 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $156,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $907 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 74501 is majority White (66.52%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.3%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 74501 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 74501 in Mcalester, OK is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,687 residents, a median household income of $55,430, and a median home value of $156,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oklahoma.