Okemah, OK

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Okemah Overview

3,078
TOTAL POPULATION
1,493
MALE POPULATION
1,585
FEMALE POPULATION
94.20
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.16
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$18,309
PER CAPITA INCOME
$37,538
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$34,882
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
3.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
96.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,613
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,069
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
45.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Okemah Zip Codes

Okemah Area Codes

Race in Okemah

The most populous races in Okemah are White / Caucasian (1,890 | 61.4%), Native / Alaskan (697 | 22.6%), and Two or more Races (426 | 13.8%).
Race in Okemah
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American501.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2147.0%
Native / Alaskan69722.6%
White / Caucasian1,89061.4%
Two or more Races42613.8%
Some other Race150.5%
Total3,078100.0%

Ancestry in Okemah

The most populous ancestries reported in Okemah are Creek (728 | 23.6%), American (262 | 8.5%), Cherokee (202 | 6.6%), Irish (182 | 5.9%), and German (166 | 5.4%), together accounting for 50.0% of all Okemah residents.
Ancestry in Okemah
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2628.5%
Apache200.6%
Bhutanese160.5%
Cherokee2026.6%
Chickasaw70.2%
Choctaw752.4%
Creek72823.6%
Dutch70.2%
Dutch West Indian60.2%
Eastern European80.3%
English1284.2%
European250.8%
German1665.4%
Hungarian50.2%
Irish1825.9%
Italian1183.8%
Mexican1665.4%
Norwegian40.1%
Polish90.3%
Puerto Rican170.5%
Scotch-Irish100.3%
Scottish682.2%
Spaniard311.0%
Swedish50.2%
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Immigrants in Okemah

Immigrants in Okemah
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Okemah

Sex and Age in Okemah

The most populous age groups in Okemah are 5 to 9 Years (164 | 11.0%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (157 | 9.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Okemah
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years136 (9.1%)115 (7.3%)
5 to 9 Years164 (11.0%)157 (9.9%)
10 to 14 Years73 (4.9%)90 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Years74 (5.0%)60 (3.8%)
20 to 24 Years138 (9.2%)134 (8.5%)
25 to 29 Years140 (9.4%)90 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years85 (5.7%)107 (6.8%)
35 to 39 Years115 (7.7%)140 (8.8%)
40 to 44 Years53 (3.5%)64 (4.0%)
45 to 49 Years79 (5.3%)31 (2.0%)
50 to 54 Years84 (5.6%)132 (8.3%)
55 to 59 Years85 (5.7%)83 (5.2%)
60 to 64 Years60 (4.0%)66 (4.2%)
65 to 69 Years98 (6.6%)124 (7.8%)
70 to 74 Years14 (0.9%)27 (1.7%)
75 to 79 Years47 (3.2%)62 (3.9%)
80 to 84 Years33 (2.2%)52 (3.3%)
85 Years and over15 (1.0%)51 (3.2%)
Total1,493 (100.0%)1,585 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Okemah

Median Family Size in Okemah

The median family size in Okemah is 3.09 persons per family, with married-couple families (343 | 45.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.38 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (104 | 13.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.56 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Okemah
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple343 (45.1%)3.38
Single Male/Father104 (13.7%)2.56
Single Female/Mother314 (41.3%)2.94
Total Families761 (100.0%)3.09

Median Household Size in Okemah

The median household size in Okemah is 2.51 persons per household, with married-couple households (343 | 29.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.38 persons per household. non-family households (390 | 33.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Okemah
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple343 (29.8%)3.38
Single Male/Father104 (9.0%)2.85
Single Female/Mother314 (27.3%)3.26
Non-family390 (33.9%)1.04
Total Households1,151 (100.0%)2.51

Household Size by Marriage Status in Okemah

Out of a total of 1,151 households in Okemah, 761 (66.1%) are family households, while 390 (33.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 323, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 368.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Okemah
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-368 (32.0%)
2-Person Households323 (28.1%)22 (1.9%)
3-Person Households151 (13.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households106 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households107 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households34 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households40 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total761 (66.1%)390 (33.9%)

Female Fertility in Okemah

Fertility by Age in Okemah

Average fertility rate in Okemah is 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Okemah
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years22 (100.0%)66.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total22 (100.0%)35.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Okemah

40.9% of women with births (22) in Okemah are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 59.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 59.1% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Okemah
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years9 (40.9%)13 (59.1%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (40.9%)13 (59.1%)

Fertility by Education in Okemah

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Okemah
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma22 (100.0%)90.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total22 (100.0%)35.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Okemah

59.1% of women with births in Okemah are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 40.9% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 59.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Okemah
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma9 (40.9%)13 (59.1%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (40.9%)13 (59.1%)

Income in Okemah

Income Overview in Okemah

Per Capita Income in Okemah is $18,309, while median incomes of families and households are $37,538 and $34,882 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,078$18,309
Median Family Income761$37,538
Mean Family Income761$50,313
Median Household Income1,151$34,882
Mean Household Income1,151$45,786
Income Deficit761$12,613
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,0783.37%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,07896.63¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,0780.46

Earnings by Sex in Okemah

Average Earnings in Okemah are $23,750, $24,327 for men and $23,508 for women, a difference of 3.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Okemah
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male571 (48.1%)$24,327
Female617 (51.9%)$23,508
Total1,188 (100.0%)$23,750

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Okemah

The most common earnings brackets in Okemah are $2,499 or less for men (78 | 13.7%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (87 | 14.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Okemah
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less78 (13.7%)9 (1.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99967 (11.7%)87 (14.1%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)70 (11.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99921 (3.7%)15 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49935 (6.1%)36 (5.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9999 (1.6%)11 (1.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4998 (1.4%)7 (1.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99927 (4.7%)50 (8.1%)
$20,000 to $22,49931 (5.4%)11 (1.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99913 (2.3%)31 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99937 (6.5%)26 (4.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99933 (5.8%)30 (4.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99930 (5.2%)52 (8.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99929 (5.1%)40 (6.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99914 (2.5%)51 (8.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99924 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99919 (3.3%)25 (4.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99942 (7.4%)33 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99926 (4.5%)21 (3.4%)
$100,000+28 (4.9%)12 (1.9%)
Total571 (100.0%)617 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Okemah

Average earnings in Okemah are $35,139 for men and $30,938 for women, a difference of 12.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,190, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $8,690. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $43,235, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $24,167.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Okemah
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$8,690$0
High School Diploma$37,692$24,408
College or Associate's Degree$28,681$24,167
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$71,190$0
Total$35,139$30,938

Family Income in Okemah

Family Income Brackets in Okemah

According to the Okemah family income data, there are 145 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.1% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 9 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Okemah
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00012015.8%
$10,000 to $14,999455.9%
$15,000 to $24,99911615.2%
$25,000 to $34,999699.1%
$35,000 to $49,99913217.3%
$50,000 to $74,99914519.1%
$75,000 to $99,999476.2%
$100,000 to $149,999607.9%
$150,000 to $199,99991.2%
$200,000+182.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Okemah

4-person families (99 | 13.0%) account for the highest median family income in Okemah with $54,514 per family, while 2-person families (358 | 47.0%) have the highest median income of $17,708 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Okemah
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families358 (47.0%)$35,417
3-Person Families153 (20.1%)$24,226
4-Person Families99 (13.0%)$54,514
5-Person Families111 (14.6%)$48,346
6-Person Families9 (1.2%)$0
7+ Person Families31 (4.1%)$0
Total761 (100.0%)$37,538

Family Income by Number of Earners in Okemah

Family Income by Number of Earners in Okemah
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners170 (22.3%)$19,167
1 Earner350 (46.0%)$37,857
2 Earners202 (26.5%)$56,842
3+ Earners39 (5.1%)$0
Total761 (100.0%)$37,538

Household Income in Okemah

Household Income Brackets in Okemah

With 205 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Okemah, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 9 households (0.8%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Okemah
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00016013.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991069.2%
$15,000 to $24,99918015.6%
$25,000 to $34,99913411.6%
$35,000 to $49,99920517.8%
$50,000 to $74,99917715.4%
$75,000 to $99,999978.4%
$100,000 to $149,999675.8%
$150,000 to $199,99990.8%
$200,000+181.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Okemah

The median household income in Okemah is $34,882, with the highest median household income of $39,389 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 460 households (40.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 85 households (7.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Okemah
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years85 (7.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years460 (40.0%)$39,389
45 to 64 Years338 (29.4%)$24,224
65+ Years268 (23.3%)$30,750
Total1,151 (100.0%)$34,882

Poverty in Okemah

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Okemah

With 35.5% poverty level for males and 38.9% for females among the residents of Okemah, 12 to 14 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 34 males (91.9%) and 29 females (78.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Okemah
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years68 (50.0%)69 (60.0%)
5 Years27 (90.0%)29 (78.4%)
6 to 11 Years63 (37.1%)56 (34.6%)
12 to 14 Years34 (91.9%)23 (47.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years23 (46.0%)35 (76.1%)
18 to 24 Years20 (12.3%)88 (65.7%)
25 to 34 Years49 (23.1%)55 (27.9%)
35 to 44 Years73 (45.6%)110 (53.9%)
45 to 54 Years80 (51.9%)35 (24.0%)
55 to 64 Years37 (28.7%)42 (30.7%)
65 to 74 Years12 (11.9%)17 (11.3%)
75 Years and over19 (23.2%)25 (22.7%)
Total505 (35.5%)584 (38.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Okemah

According to the poverty statistics in Okemah, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 88.1% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Okemah
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years68 (50.0%)46 (40.0%)
5 Years3 (10.0%)8 (21.6%)
6 to 11 Years107 (62.9%)106 (65.4%)
12 to 14 Years3 (8.1%)25 (52.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years27 (54.0%)11 (23.9%)
18 to 24 Years142 (87.6%)46 (34.3%)
25 to 34 Years163 (76.9%)142 (72.1%)
35 to 44 Years87 (54.4%)94 (46.1%)
45 to 54 Years74 (48.0%)111 (76.0%)
55 to 64 Years92 (71.3%)95 (69.3%)
65 to 74 Years89 (88.1%)134 (88.7%)
75 Years and over63 (76.8%)85 (77.3%)
Total918 (64.5%)917 (61.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Okemah

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Okemah show that 16.0% or 55 of the total 343 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 31 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Okemah
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children180 (93.8%)12 (6.2%)
1 or 2 Children59 (83.1%)12 (16.9%)
3 or 4 Children49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Total288 (84.0%)55 (16.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Okemah

According to the poverty data in Okemah, 47.1% or 49 single-father households and 51.0% or 160 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 households (54.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 92 households (69.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Okemah
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children15 (35.7%)31 (30.4%)
1 or 2 Children34 (54.8%)92 (69.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)37 (46.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (47.1%)160 (51.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Okemah

The poverty data for Okemah shows that 55 of the married-couple family households (16.0%) and 209 of the single-parent households (50.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 126 household (64.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Okemah
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children12 (6.2%)46 (31.9%)
1 or 2 Children12 (16.9%)126 (64.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)37 (46.3%)
5 or more Children31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total55 (16.0%)209 (50.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Okemah

Employment by Class of Employer in Okemah

Among the 994 employed individuals in Okemah, private company employees (697 | 70.1%), federal government employees (113 | 11.4%), and local government employees (73 | 7.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Okemah
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees69770.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)60.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)191.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations212.1%
Local Government Employees737.3%
State Government Employees656.5%
Federal Government Employees11311.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total994100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Okemah

According to the labor force statistics for Okemah, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,329), 45.9% or 1,069 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.1% or 12 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 73.4% or 141 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.4% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Okemah
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years51 (42.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years185 (68.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years163 (70.9%)12 (7.4%)
30 to 34 Years141 (73.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years201 (54.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years147 (45.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years87 (51.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years36 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years52 (19.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,069 (45.9%)12 (1.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Okemah

According to labor force statistics for Okemah, 54.8% of individuals (775) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,414) are in the labor force, with 1.5% or 12 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.3% or 113 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.6% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Okemah
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School82 (39.4%)30 (14.6%)
High School Diploma351 (49.9%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree229 (61.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher113 (88.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total775 (54.8%)21 (1.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Okemah

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Okemah are Community & Social Service (127 | 12.0%), Education Instruction & Library (101 | 9.6%), Management (64 | 6.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (49 | 4.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (35 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Okemah

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Okemah, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (74.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (85.7%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (84.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Okemah
OccupationMaleFemale
Management21 (32.8%)43 (67.2%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science26 (74.3%)9 (25.7%)
Computers & Mathematics18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 33 (26.0%)94 (74.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library29 (28.7%)72 (71.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment4 (15.4%)22 (84.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating7 (14.3%)42 (85.7%)
Health Technologists7 (22.6%)24 (77.4%)
Total (Category)87 (31.6%)188 (68.4%)
Total (Overall)492 (46.6%)565 (53.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Okemah are Food Preparation & Serving (156 | 14.8%), Healthcare Support (106 | 10.0%), Security & Protection (47 | 4.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (41 | 3.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (31 | 2.9%).
Services Occupations in Okemah

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Okemah, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (73.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (35.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Okemah
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support28 (26.4%)78 (73.6%)
Security & Protection47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving100 (64.1%)56 (35.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance27 (65.8%)14 (34.2%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total (Category)202 (55.0%)165 (45.0%)
Total (Overall)492 (46.6%)565 (53.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Okemah are Sales & Related (81 | 7.7%), and Office & Administration (81 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Okemah

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Okemah
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related6 (7.4%)75 (92.6%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)81 (100.0%)
Total (Category)6 (3.7%)156 (96.3%)
Total (Overall)492 (46.6%)565 (53.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Okemah are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (30 | 2.8%), Construction & Extraction (27 | 2.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (23 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Okemah

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Okemah
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction19 (70.4%)8 (29.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)72 (90.0%)8 (10.0%)
Total (Overall)492 (46.6%)565 (53.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Okemah are Production (84 | 8.0%), Material Moving (61 | 5.8%), and Transportation (28 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Okemah

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Okemah
OccupationMaleFemale
Production45 (53.6%)39 (46.4%)
Transportation28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving52 (85.3%)9 (14.7%)
Total (Category)125 (72.3%)48 (27.8%)
Total (Overall)492 (46.6%)565 (53.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Okemah

Employment Industries in Okemah

The major employment industries in Okemah include Health Care & Social Assistance (193 | 18.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (166 | 15.7%), Manufacturing (108 | 10.2%), Retail Trade (106 | 10.0%), and Public Administration (92 | 8.7%).
Employment Industries in Okemah

Employment Industries by Sex in Okemah

The Okemah industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (79.8%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (66.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Okemah
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing59 (54.6%)49 (45.4%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade38 (35.8%)68 (64.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information18 (45.0%)22 (55.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing14 (35.9%)25 (64.1%)
Professional & Scientific15 (50.0%)15 (50.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services36 (42.9%)48 (57.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance39 (20.2%)154 (79.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation11 (33.3%)22 (66.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services89 (53.6%)77 (46.4%)
Public Administration35 (38.0%)57 (62.0%)
Total492 (46.6%)565 (53.4%)

Education in Okemah

School Enrollment in Okemah

The most common levels of schooling among the 671 students in Okemah are elementary school (228 | 34.0%), high school (124 | 18.5%), and middle school (105 | 15.7%).
School Enrollment in Okemah
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool477.0%
Kindergarten9113.6%
Elementary School22834.0%
Middle School10515.7%
High School12418.5%
College / Undergraduate6810.1%
Graduate / Professional81.2%
Total671100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Okemah

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Okemah
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old303 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds140 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total671 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Okemah

Computers & mathematics (29 | 15.9%), communications (29 | 15.9%), education (27 | 14.7%), multidisciplinary studies (17 | 9.3%), and social sciences (15 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 183 individuals in Okemah who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Okemah
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2915.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural73.8%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology126.6%
Social Sciences158.2%
Engineering94.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies179.3%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business137.1%
Education2714.7%
Literature & Languages31.6%
Liberal Arts & History137.1%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications2915.9%
Arts & Humanities94.9%
Total183100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Okemah

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Okemah

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Okemah are males with 2 vehicles (177, accounting for 37.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (221, making up 33.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Okemah
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle41 (8.7%)25 (4.8%)
1 Vehicle102 (21.7%)179 (34.1%)
2 Vehicles177 (37.7%)221 (42.1%)
3 Vehicles132 (28.1%)82 (15.6%)
4 Vehicles17 (3.6%)18 (3.4%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total469 (100.0%)525 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Okemah

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Okemah are 5 to 9 minutes (273 commuters, 28.4%), less than 5 minutes (113 commuters, 11.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (108 commuters, 11.2%).
Commute Time in Okemah
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes11311.8%
5 to 9 Minutes27328.4%
10 to 14 Minutes495.1%
15 to 19 Minutes10811.2%
20 to 24 Minutes10711.1%
25 to 29 Minutes9610.0%
30 to 34 Minutes666.9%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes757.8%
60 to 89 Minutes666.9%
90 or more Minutes80.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Okemah

The most common commute times in Okemah are 5 to 9 minutes (137 commuters, 30.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (136 commuters, 26.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Okemah
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes42 (9.3%)71 (13.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes137 (30.4%)136 (26.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes8 (1.8%)41 (8.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes61 (13.5%)47 (9.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes38 (8.4%)69 (13.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes32 (7.1%)64 (12.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes28 (6.2%)38 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes31 (6.9%)44 (8.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes66 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes8 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Okemah

The most frequent times of departure to work in Okemah are 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (70, 15.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (101, 19.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Okemah
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM38 (8.4%)21 (4.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM39 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM68 (15.1%)32 (6.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM22 (4.9%)96 (18.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM35 (7.8%)101 (19.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM52 (11.5%)84 (16.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM54 (12.0%)21 (4.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)37 (7.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM70 (15.5%)6 (1.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM6 (1.3%)30 (5.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)11 (2.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM60 (13.3%)23 (4.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM7 (1.5%)48 (9.4%)
Total451 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Okemah

Occupancy by Ownership in Okemah

Of the total 1,151 dwellings in Okemah, owner-occupied units account for 507 (44.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 644 (55.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Okemah
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units50744.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units64455.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,151100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Okemah

Occupancy by Household Size in Okemah
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household36832.0%
2-Person Household34530.0%
3-Person Household15113.1%
4+ Person Household28724.9%
Total Housing Units1,151100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Okemah

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Okemah
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household198 (53.8%)170 (46.2%)
2-Person Household163 (47.2%)182 (52.7%)
3-Person Household60 (39.7%)91 (60.3%)
4+ Person Household86 (30.0%)201 (70.0%)
Total Housing Units507 (44.1%)644 (55.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Okemah

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Okemah
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School87 (45.1%)106 (54.9%)
High School Diploma218 (40.0%)327 (60.0%)
College/Associate Degree138 (46.2%)161 (53.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher64 (56.1%)50 (43.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Okemah

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Okemah
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years32027.8%
35 to 44 Years22519.6%
45 to 54 Years14012.2%
55 to 64 Years19817.2%
65 to 74 Years14112.2%
75 to 84 Years958.3%
85 Years and Over322.8%
Total1,151100.0%

Housing Finances in Okemah

Median Income by Occupancy in Okemah

Median Income by Occupancy in Okemah
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied507 (44.1%)$46,382
Renter-Occupied644 (55.9%)$25,417
Average1,151 (100.0%)$34,882

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Okemah

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Okemah
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)38 (5.9%)
$5,000 to $9,99926 (5.1%)96 (14.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99927 (5.3%)79 (12.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99954 (10.6%)63 (9.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99920 (3.9%)42 (6.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99963 (12.4%)70 (10.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99977 (15.2%)128 (19.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999122 (24.1%)55 (8.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99931 (6.1%)66 (10.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99960 (11.8%)7 (1.1%)
$150,000 or more27 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total507 (100.0%)644 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Okemah

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Okemah
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300118 (23.3%)79 (12.3%)
$300 to $499174 (34.3%)63 (9.8%)
$500 to $799114 (22.5%)277 (43.0%)
$800 to $99940 (7.9%)102 (15.8%)
$1,000 to $1,49935 (6.9%)46 (7.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99926 (5.1%)17 (2.6%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total507 (100.0%)644 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Okemah

Housing Structures in Okemah

Housing Structures in Okemah
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached82972.0%
Single Unit, Attached121.0%
2 Unit Apartments736.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments13611.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments282.4%
10 or more Apartments90.8%
Mobile Home / Other645.6%
Total1,151100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Okemah

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Okemah
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached469 (56.6%)360 (43.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)73 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5 (3.7%)131 (96.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other33 (51.6%)31 (48.4%)
Total507 (44.1%)644 (55.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Okemah

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Okemah
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room28 (5.5%)21 (3.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms35 (6.9%)88 (13.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms200 (39.5%)281 (43.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms163 (32.2%)199 (30.9%)
8 or more Rooms81 (16.0%)55 (8.5%)
Total507 (100.0%)644 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Okemah

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Okemah
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas348 (68.6%)293 (45.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)14 (2.2%)
Electricity142 (28.0%)337 (52.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels17 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total507 (100.0%)644 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Okemah

Household Vehicle Usage in Okemah
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle30 (5.9%)112 (17.4%)
1 Vehicle152 (30.0%)305 (47.4%)
2 Vehicles166 (32.7%)185 (28.7%)
3 or more Vehicles159 (31.4%)42 (6.5%)
Total507 (100.0%)644 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Okemah

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Okemah

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units329178
Median Property Value$59,400$64,100
Median Household Income$33,750$5
Monthly Housing Costs$346$0
Real Estate Taxes$330$11

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Okemah

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Okemah
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000140 (42.5%)59 (33.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999111 (33.7%)49 (27.5%)
$100,000 to $299,99974 (22.5%)59 (33.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9994 (1.2%)11 (6.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total329 (100.0%)178 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Okemah

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Okemah
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00021 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99996 (29.2%)5 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99963 (19.2%)5 (2.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99928 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99965 (19.8%)49 (27.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99925 (7.6%)57 (32.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9999 (2.7%)6 (3.4%)
$150,000 or more22 (6.7%)51 (28.6%)
Total329 (100.0%)178 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Okemah

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Okemah
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x214 (65.0%)66,250 (37,219.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x22 (6.7%)145 (81.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x23 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more70 (21.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total329 (100.0%)178 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Okemah

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Okemah
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800297 (90.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4991 (0.3%)155 (87.1%)
$800 to $1,49910 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total329 (100.0%)178 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Okemah

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Okemah

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Okemah
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years267 (84.0%)51 (16.0%)
6 to 18 Years505 (93.3%)36 (6.7%)
19 to 25 Years231 (66.6%)116 (33.4%)
26 to 34 Years275 (79.9%)69 (20.1%)
35 to 44 Years262 (72.0%)102 (28.0%)
45 to 54 Years220 (73.3%)80 (26.7%)
55 to 64 Years191 (71.8%)75 (28.2%)
65 to 74 Years252 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older189 (98.4%)3 (1.6%)
Total2,392 (81.8%)532 (18.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Okemah

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Okemah
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born267 (84.0%)51 (16.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen505 (93.3%)36 (6.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen231 (66.6%)116 (33.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Okemah

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Okemah
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000725 (77.7%)208 (22.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999686 (82.9%)142 (17.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999376 (70.0%)161 (30.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999328 (97.3%)9 (2.7%)
$100,000 and over238 (95.2%)12 (4.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Okemah

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Okemah
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6251 (78.9%)45 (14.1%)
6 to 18 Years385 (71.2%)177 (32.7%)
19 to 25 Years132 (38.0%)111 (32.0%)
25 to 34 Years156 (45.4%)189 (54.9%)
35 to 44 Years120 (33.0%)159 (43.7%)
45 to 54 Years123 (41.0%)116 (38.7%)
55 to 64 Years106 (39.9%)95 (35.7%)
65 to 74 Years252 (100.0%)152 (60.3%)
75 Years and over189 (98.4%)110 (57.3%)
Total1,714 (58.6%)1,154 (39.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Okemah

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Okemah
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (1.1%)6 (1.9%)
18 to 34 Years65 (17.4%)79 (23.9%)
35 to 64 Years169 (38.2%)118 (24.2%)
65 to 74 Years45 (44.6%)17 (11.3%)
75 Years and over36 (43.9%)32 (29.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Okemah

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Okemah: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years34 (9.1%)11 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years56 (12.6%)29 (5.9%)
65 to 74 Years21 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (20.7%)9 (8.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Okemah: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years24 (6.4%)37 (11.2%)
35 to 64 Years36 (8.1%)11 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (6.1%)11 (10.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Okemah: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (1.1%)6 (1.9%)
18 to 34 Years31 (8.3%)31 (9.4%)
35 to 64 Years74 (16.7%)45 (9.2%)
65 to 74 Years18 (17.8%)17 (11.3%)
75 Years and over11 (13.4%)6 (5.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Okemah: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years18 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years87 (19.6%)77 (15.8%)
65 to 74 Years42 (41.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over21 (25.6%)26 (23.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Okemah: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years15 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (5.6%)18 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years6 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (6.1%)7 (6.4%)

Technology Access in Okemah

Computing Device Access in Okemah

Computing Device Access in Okemah
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop57850.2%
Smartphone94081.7%
Tablet43337.6%
No Computing Device13611.8%
Total1,151100.0%

Internet Access in Okemah

Internet Access in Okemah
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home57149.6%
Cellular Data Only24921.6%
Satellite Internet766.6%
No Internet27123.5%
Total1,151100.0%

Okemah Summary

Okemah is a small town located in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma. It is situated in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, approximately 50 miles east of Oklahoma City. The town was founded in 1902 and has a population of approximately 3,000 people.

Geography

Okemah is located in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, approximately 50 miles east of Oklahoma City. The town is situated on the banks of the Deep Fork River, which flows through the town and provides a source of recreation for the locals. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and quail. The climate in Okemah is generally mild, with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s in the winter to the mid-80s in the summer.

History

Okemah was founded in 1902 by the Choctaw Nation. The town was named after the Choctaw word for “big chief” and was intended to be a center of commerce for the local Native American tribes. The town quickly grew and by 1910, it had a population of over 1,000 people.
In the early 20th century, Okemah was a major center of the oil and gas industry. The town was home to several oil refineries and was the site of the first oil well in Oklahoma. The town also became a major center of the cotton industry, with several cotton gins and warehouses located in the area.
In the mid-20th century, Okemah began to decline as the oil and gas industry moved away from the area. The town’s population decreased and many of the businesses closed. However, in recent years, the town has seen a resurgence in population and economic activity.

Economy

Okemah’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms and ranches, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, corn, and soybeans. The town is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Okemah Historical Museum and the Okemah Lake.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a metal fabrication plant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Okemah had a population of 3,082 people. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 15.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% African American, and 4.5% from other races. The median household income was $30,938 and the median family income was $37,813.

Conclusion

Okemah is a small town located in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma. It is situated in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, approximately 50 miles east of Oklahoma City. The town was founded in 1902 and has a population of approximately 3,000 people. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and it is home to several small businesses, manufacturing companies, and tourist attractions. The town has a diverse population, with a median household income of $30,938 and a median family income of $37,813.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Okemah?
Total Population of Okemah is 3,078.
What is the Total Male Population of Okemah?
Total Male Population of Okemah is 1,493.
What is the Total Female Population of Okemah?
Total Female Population of Okemah is 1,585.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Okemah?
There are 94.20 Males per 100 Females in Okemah.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Okemah?
There are 106.16 Females per 100 Males in Okemah.
What is the Median Population Age in Okemah?
Median Population Age in Okemah is 34.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Okemah
Average Family Size in Okemah is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Okemah
Average Household Size in Okemah is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Okemah?
Per Capita income in Okemah is $18,309.
What is the Median Family Income in Okemah?
Median Family Income in Okemah is $37,538.
What is the Median Household income in Okemah?
Median Household Income in Okemah is $34,882.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Okemah?
Income or Wage Gap in Okemah is 3.4%.
Women in Okemah earn 96.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Okemah?
Family Income Deficit in Okemah is $12,613.
Families that are below poverty line in Okemah earn $12,613 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Okemah?
Inequality or Gini Index in Okemah is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Okemah?
There are 1,069 People in the Labor Forcein in Okemah.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Okemah?
45.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Okemah.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Okemah?
Unemployment Rate in Okemah is 1.1%.