Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 18.5% ▲ 85% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 283 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,194 (28.1%) |
| Some College | 4,187 (16.4%) |
| Associates | 4,506 (17.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,481 (5.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,929 (31%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,561 ▼ 31% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $162,822 ▼ 42% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $813/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,663 |
| Vacant Units | 3,607 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Cherokee County is located in Oklahoma and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 43,643 residents. With a median age of 37.26, it is a relatively young county.
Cherokee County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $52,561 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 18.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Cherokee County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $162,822 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $812. Homeownership rates are high at 63.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Cherokee County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 44.3%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Cherokee County, OK is a working-class area in Oklahoma. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74427 | Cookson | 1,332 | $62,917 | $118,800 | $797 | 0.0% | 34.9% |
| 74441 | Hulbert | 5,700 | $53,736 | $151,900 | $862 | 4.8% | 26.9% |
| 74451 | Park Hill | 3,816 | $58,029 | $151,500 | $956 | 2.2% | 44.9% |
| 74452 | Peggs | 306 | $73,393 | $213,300 | — | 6.2% | 12.2% |
| 74464 | Tahlequah | 30,990 | $51,362 | $169,700 | $793 | 6.1% | 39.0% |
| 74471 | Welling | 1,499 | $45,511 | $119,800 | $680 | 0.9% | 21.5% |