Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 22.1% ▲ 121% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.0% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 65 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,593 (41%) |
| Some College | 1,462 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 1,353 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 832 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,456 (16.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,852 ▼ 40% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $122,766 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $692/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,238 |
| Vacant Units | 1,265 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Choctaw County is located in Oklahoma and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 14,555 residents. With a median age of 41.81, it is a middle-aged county.
Choctaw County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $45,851 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 22.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Choctaw County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $122,766 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $691. Homeownership rates are high at 66.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Choctaw County are majority White (58.54%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Choctaw 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74727 | Boswell | 2,040 | $44,432 | $97,200 | $660 | 2.8% | 30.7% |
| 74735 | Fort Towson | 2,075 | $58,750 | $153,700 | $873 | 9.6% | 22.0% |
| 74738 | Grant | 385 | $39,219 | $76,700 | $538 | 9.7% | 32.5% |
| 74743 | Hugo | 8,046 | $41,414 | $123,700 | $651 | 2.8% | 24.9% |
| 74756 | Sawyer | 752 | $54,583 | $124,500 | $833 | 1.3% | 29.8% |
| 74759 | Soper | 1,126 | $52,460 | $120,500 | $668 | 4.9% | 29.5% |
| 74760 | Spencerville | 94 | $47,708 | — | $658 | 0.0% | 18.8% |
| 74761 | Swink | 37 | $51,500 | $107,500 | — | 25.0% | 6.7% |