Choctaw County, OK Map & Demographics
Choctaw County Map
Choctaw County Overview
$25,283
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,801
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,252
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,969
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
14,285
TOTAL POPULATION
6,910
MALE POPULATION
7,375
FEMALE POPULATION
93.69
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.73
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
5,954
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Choctaw County Area Codes
Income in Choctaw County
Income Overview in Choctaw County
Per Capita Income in Choctaw County is $25,283, while median incomes of families and households are $60,801 and $43,252 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 14,285 | $25,283 |
| Median Family Income | 3,469 | $60,801 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,469 | $73,953 |
| Median Household Income | 5,805 | $43,252 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,805 | $58,649 |
| Income Deficit | 3,469 | $10,969 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 14,285 | 29.11% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 14,285 | 70.89¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 14,285 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Choctaw County
Average Earnings in Choctaw County are $32,999, $39,394 for men and $27,926 for women, a difference of 29.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,016 (49.4%) | $39,394 |
| Female | 3,087 (50.6%) | $27,926 |
| Total | 6,103 (100.0%) | $32,999 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Choctaw County
The most common earnings brackets in Choctaw County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (310 | 10.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (275 | 8.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 136 (4.5%) | 196 (6.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 111 (3.7%) | 184 (6.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 77 (2.5%) | 134 (4.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 22 (0.7%) | 97 (3.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 142 (4.7%) | 117 (3.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 73 (2.4%) | 126 (4.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 53 (1.8%) | 135 (4.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 41 (1.4%) | 105 (3.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 110 (3.6%) | 143 (4.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 114 (3.8%) | 146 (4.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 212 (7.0%) | 275 (8.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 308 (10.2%) | 253 (8.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 125 (4.1%) | 164 (5.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 166 (5.5%) | 94 (3.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 131 (4.3%) | 196 (6.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 205 (6.8%) | 132 (4.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 220 (7.3%) | 252 (8.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 163 (5.4%) | 111 (3.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 310 (10.3%) | 166 (5.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 297 (9.9%) | 61 (2.0%) |
| Total | 3,016 (100.0%) | 3,087 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Choctaw County
Average earnings in Choctaw County are $44,297 for men and $31,780 for women, a difference of 28.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,636, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $23,450. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,486, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,208.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $23,450 | $15,208 |
| High School Diploma | $41,900 | $25,793 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $50,205 | $31,542 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $63,636 | $43,333 |
| Graduate Degree | $57,750 | $55,486 |
| Total | $44,297 | $31,780 |
Family Income in Choctaw County
Family Income Brackets in Choctaw County
According to the Choctaw County family income data, there are 697 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.1% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 111 families (3.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 222 | 6.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 146 | 4.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 281 | 8.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 336 | 9.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 448 | 12.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 697 | 20.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 496 | 14.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 538 | 15.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 191 | 5.5% |
| $200,000+ | 111 | 3.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Choctaw County
7+ person families (50 | 1.4%) account for the highest median family income in Choctaw County with $126,250 per family, while 2-person families (1,778 | 51.2%) have the highest median income of $28,090 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,778 (51.2%) | $56,181 |
| 3-Person Families | 737 (21.2%) | $61,250 |
| 4-Person Families | 570 (16.4%) | $67,885 |
| 5-Person Families | 250 (7.2%) | $66,667 |
| 6-Person Families | 84 (2.4%) | $66,250 |
| 7+ Person Families | 50 (1.4%) | $126,250 |
| Total | 3,469 (100.0%) | $60,801 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Choctaw County
The median family income in Choctaw County is $60,801, with families comprising 3+ earners (186) having the highest median family income of $120,833, while families with no earners (735) have the lowest median family income of $36,544, accounting for 5.4% and 21.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 735 (21.2%) | $36,544 |
| 1 Earner | 1,313 (37.9%) | $42,263 |
| 2 Earners | 1,235 (35.6%) | $93,036 |
| 3+ Earners | 186 (5.4%) | $120,833 |
| Total | 3,469 (100.0%) | $60,801 |
Household Income in Choctaw County
Household Income Brackets in Choctaw County
With 958 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Choctaw County, accounting for 16.5% of all households. In contrast, only 116 households (2.0%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 546 | 9.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 569 | 9.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 621 | 10.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 772 | 13.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 755 | 13.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 958 | 16.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 610 | 10.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 650 | 11.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 209 | 3.6% |
| $200,000+ | 116 | 2.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Choctaw County
The median household income in Choctaw County is $43,252, with the highest median household income of $56,091 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,528 households (26.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $30,593, with 1,895 households (32.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 224 (3.9%) | $32,143 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,528 (26.3%) | $56,091 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,158 (37.2%) | $48,611 |
| 65+ Years | 1,895 (32.6%) | $30,593 |
| Total | 5,805 (100.0%) | $43,252 |
Poverty in Choctaw County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Choctaw County
With 20.3% poverty level for males and 25.1% for females among the residents of Choctaw County, 12 to 14 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 111 males (33.8%) and 40 females (46.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 136 (28.7%) | 196 (41.3%) |
| 5 Years | 16 (17.6%) | 40 (46.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 133 (24.4%) | 115 (21.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 111 (33.8%) | 88 (30.1%) |
| 15 Years | 28 (26.9%) | 11 (11.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 49 (27.4%) | 65 (33.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 134 (25.0%) | 234 (39.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 165 (23.3%) | 209 (26.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 109 (14.5%) | 218 (25.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 129 (16.2%) | 133 (17.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 171 (18.3%) | 235 (22.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 129 (16.8%) | 156 (17.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (11.9%) | 118 (19.7%) |
| Total | 1,377 (20.3%) | 1,818 (25.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Choctaw County
According to the poverty statistics in Choctaw County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 88.1% of males and 89.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 338 (71.3%) | 279 (58.7%) |
| 5 Years | 75 (82.4%) | 47 (54.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 413 (75.6%) | 426 (78.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 217 (66.2%) | 204 (69.9%) |
| 15 Years | 76 (73.1%) | 89 (89.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 130 (72.6%) | 128 (66.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 402 (75.0%) | 353 (60.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 542 (76.7%) | 577 (73.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 640 (85.5%) | 650 (74.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 669 (83.8%) | 635 (82.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 765 (81.7%) | 831 (77.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 641 (83.3%) | 732 (82.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 494 (88.1%) | 482 (80.3%) |
| Total | 5,402 (79.7%) | 5,433 (74.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Choctaw County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Choctaw County show that 7.0% or 172 of the total 2,439 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 14.3%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.2%, which includes 5 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,517 (93.2%) | 110 (6.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 600 (92.2%) | 51 (7.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 114 (95.8%) | 5 (4.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 36 (85.7%) | 6 (14.3%) |
| Total | 2,267 (92.9%) | 172 (7.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Choctaw County
According to the poverty data in Choctaw County, 28.7% or 82 single-father households and 46.4% or 345 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 233 households (55.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 11 (12.1%) | 35 (19.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 34 (23.9%) | 233 (55.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 13 (44.8%) | 77 (52.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 82 (28.7%) | 345 (46.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Choctaw County
The poverty data for Choctaw County shows that 172 of the married-couple family households (7.0%) and 427 of the single-parent households (41.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (14.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 110 (6.8%) | 46 (17.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 51 (7.8%) | 267 (47.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 5 (4.2%) | 90 (51.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 6 (14.3%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| Total | 172 (7.0%) | 427 (41.5%) |
Race in Choctaw County
The most populous races in Choctaw County are White / Caucasian (8,633 | 60.4%), Native / Alaskan (2,194 | 15.4%), and Two or more Races (1,735 | 12.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 99 | 0.7% |
| Black / African American | 1,390 | 9.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 13 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 761 | 5.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 2,194 | 15.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 8,633 | 60.4% |
| Two or more Races | 1,735 | 12.1% |
| Some other Race | 221 | 1.5% |
| Total | 14,285 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Choctaw County
The most populous ancestries reported in Choctaw County are Choctaw (2,512 | 17.6%), Irish (1,252 | 8.8%), German (1,010 | 7.1%), English (936 | 6.6%), and American (710 | 5.0%), together accounting for 44.9% of all Choctaw County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 7 | 0.1% |
| American | 710 | 5.0% |
| Apache | 8 | 0.1% |
| Argentinean | 54 | 0.4% |
| Bangladeshi | 53 | 0.4% |
| Bhutanese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 4 | 0.0% |
| British | 25 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 15 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 16 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 381 | 2.7% |
| Cheyenne | 2 | 0.0% |
| Chickasaw | 153 | 1.1% |
| Choctaw | 2,512 | 17.6% |
| Colville | 4 | 0.0% |
| Comanche | 3 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 73 | 0.5% |
| Czech | 10 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 8 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 74 | 0.5% |
| Dutch West Indian | 102 | 0.7% |
| Eastern European | 14 | 0.1% |
| English | 936 | 6.6% |
| European | 87 | 0.6% |
| French | 239 | 1.7% |
| French Canadian | 3 | 0.0% |
| German | 1,010 | 7.1% |
| Greek | 1 | 0.0% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 22 | 0.2% |
| Honduran | 2 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 13 | 0.1% |
| Inupiat | 2 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 1,252 | 8.8% |
| Italian | 132 | 0.9% |
| Kiowa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 24 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 609 | 4.3% |
| Mexican American Indian | 21 | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Osage | 1 | 0.0% |
| Ottawa | 16 | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 14 | 0.1% |
| Panamanian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 39 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 40 | 0.3% |
| Portuguese | 39 | 0.3% |
| Potawatomi | 71 | 0.5% |
| Puerto Rican | 13 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 15 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 113 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 298 | 2.1% |
| Seminole | 20 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 2 | 0.0% |
| South American | 93 | 0.6% |
| Spanish | 9 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 12 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 20 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 4 | 0.0% |
| Tohono O'Odham | 8 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 35 | 0.3% |
| West Indian | 7 | 0.1% | View All 66 Rows |
Immigrants in Choctaw County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Choctaw County came from Latin America (172 | 1.2%), Central America (133 | 0.9%), Mexico (133 | 0.9%), Asia (97 | 0.7%), and South Eastern Asia (70 | 0.5%), together accounting for 4.2% of all Choctaw County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Argentina | 12 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 97 | 0.7% |
| Austria | 10 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 12 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 133 | 0.9% |
| China | 4 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 24 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 10 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 15 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 57 | 0.4% |
| Latin America | 172 | 1.2% |
| Mexico | 133 | 0.9% |
| Middle Africa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Pakistan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 27 | 0.2% |
| South America | 39 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 70 | 0.5% |
| Thailand | 8 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 5 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 10 | 0.1% | View All 23 Rows |
Sex and Age in Choctaw County
Sex and Age in Choctaw County
The most populous age groups in Choctaw County are 10 to 14 Years (533 | 7.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (558 | 7.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 489 (7.1%) | 484 (6.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 456 (6.6%) | 425 (5.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 533 (7.7%) | 523 (7.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 419 (6.1%) | 484 (6.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 412 (6.0%) | 397 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 386 (5.6%) | 406 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 345 (5.0%) | 381 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 360 (5.2%) | 399 (5.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 418 (6.0%) | 471 (6.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 367 (5.3%) | 366 (5.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 432 (6.2%) | 406 (5.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 463 (6.7%) | 558 (7.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 479 (6.9%) | 508 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 494 (7.1%) | 472 (6.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 281 (4.1%) | 429 (5.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 284 (4.1%) | 314 (4.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 165 (2.4%) | 202 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 127 (1.8%) | 150 (2.0%) |
| Total | 6,910 (100.0%) | 7,375 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Choctaw County
Median Family Size in Choctaw County
The median family size in Choctaw County is 3.16 persons per family, with single female/mother families (744 | 21.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.36 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,439 | 70.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.09 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,439 (70.3%) | 3.09 |
| Single Male/Father | 286 (8.2%) | 3.29 |
| Single Female/Mother | 744 (21.4%) | 3.36 |
| Total Families | 3,469 (100.0%) | 3.16 |
Median Household Size in Choctaw County
The median household size in Choctaw County is 2.43 persons per household, with single male/father households (286 | 4.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.84 persons per household. non-family households (2,336 | 40.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,439 (42.0%) | 3.13 |
| Single Male/Father | 286 (4.9%) | 3.84 |
| Single Female/Mother | 744 (12.8%) | 3.64 |
| Non-family | 2,336 (40.2%) | 1.14 |
| Total Households | 5,805 (100.0%) | 2.43 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Choctaw County
Out of a total of 5,805 households in Choctaw County, 3,469 (59.8%) are family households, while 2,336 (40.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,716, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,092.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,092 (36.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,716 (29.6%) | 203 (3.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 658 (11.3%) | 38 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 621 (10.7%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 313 (5.4%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 104 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 57 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,469 (59.8%) | 2,336 (40.2%) |
Female Fertility in Choctaw County
Fertility by Age in Choctaw County
Average fertility rate in Choctaw County is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 120.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 81.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 3 (1.7%) | 6.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 142 (81.6%) | 120.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 29 (16.7%) | 22.0 |
| Total | 174 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Choctaw County
66.7% of women with births (174) in Choctaw County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 31.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 98 (69.0%) | 44 (31.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 18 (62.1%) | 11 (37.9%) |
| Total | 116 (66.7%) | 58 (33.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Choctaw County
Average fertility rate in Choctaw County is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 79.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 46.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 12 (6.9%) | 19.0 |
| High School Diploma | 68 (39.1%) | 69.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 80 (46.0%) | 79.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12 (6.9%) | 49.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 2 (1.1%) | 15.0 |
| Total | 174 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Choctaw County
33.3% of women with births in Choctaw County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 75.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 3 (25.0%) | 9 (75.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 41 (60.3%) | 27 (39.7%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 58 (72.5%) | 22 (27.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 116 (66.7%) | 58 (33.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Choctaw County
Employment by Class of Employer in Choctaw County
Among the 5,454 employed individuals in Choctaw County, private company employees (3,279 | 60.1%), local government employees (610 | 11.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (409 | 7.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,279 | 60.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 149 | 2.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 406 | 7.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 409 | 7.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 610 | 11.2% |
| State Government Employees | 383 | 7.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 206 | 3.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 12 | 0.2% |
| Total | 5,454 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Choctaw County
According to the labor force statistics for Choctaw County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (11,171), 53.3% or 5,954 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.9% or 411 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 84.7% or 615 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.7% or 52 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 240 (34.3%) | 52 (21.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 548 (67.7%) | 70 (12.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 615 (77.7%) | 75 (12.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 615 (84.7%) | 67 (10.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,223 (74.2%) | 49 (4.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,100 (70.0%) | 38 (3.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 649 (63.6%) | 19 (2.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 483 (48.9%) | 20 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 404 (24.1%) | 15 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 73 (5.9%) | 3 (4.1%) |
| Total | 5,954 (53.3%) | 411 (6.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Choctaw County
According to labor force statistics for Choctaw County, 69.4% of individuals (4,681) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,745) are in the labor force, with 5.7% or 267 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 86.1% or 857 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 21.1% or 92 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 435 (46.8%) | 196 (21.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,780 (66.5%) | 174 (6.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,613 (75.2%) | 56 (2.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 857 (86.1%) | 23 (2.3%) |
| Total | 4,681 (69.4%) | 384 (5.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Choctaw County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Choctaw County are Management (704 | 12.7%), Community & Social Service (475 | 8.6%), Education Instruction & Library (343 | 6.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (315 | 5.7%), and Business & Financial (181 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Choctaw County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (94.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (69.2%), and Computers & Mathematics (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (88.9%), Community & Social Service (83.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (82.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 409 (58.1%) | 295 (41.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 43 (23.8%) | 138 (76.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 72 (69.2%) | 32 (30.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 24 (66.7%) | 12 (33.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 34 (94.4%) | 2 (5.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 14 (43.8%) | 18 (56.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 80 (16.8%) | 395 (83.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 19 (27.1%) | 51 (72.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 4 (40.0%) | 6 (60.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 38 (11.1%) | 305 (88.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 19 (36.5%) | 33 (63.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 56 (17.8%) | 259 (82.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 39 (28.1%) | 100 (71.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 660 (37.1%) | 1,119 (62.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,667 (48.1%) | 2,873 (51.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Choctaw County are Food Preparation & Serving (341 | 6.2%), Personal Care & Service (240 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (201 | 3.6%), Healthcare Support (184 | 3.3%), and Security & Protection (73 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Choctaw County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (75.4%), Security & Protection (75.3%), and Law Enforcement (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (70.4%), and Personal Care & Service (68.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 13 (7.1%) | 171 (92.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 55 (75.3%) | 18 (24.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 43 (75.4%) | 14 (24.6%) |
| Law Enforcement | 12 (75.0%) | 4 (25.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 101 (29.6%) | 240 (70.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 103 (51.2%) | 98 (48.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 75 (31.2%) | 165 (68.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 347 (33.4%) | 692 (66.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,667 (48.1%) | 2,873 (51.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Choctaw County are Office & Administration (610 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (513 | 9.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 162 (31.6%) | 351 (68.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 94 (15.4%) | 516 (84.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 256 (22.8%) | 867 (77.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,667 (48.1%) | 2,873 (51.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Choctaw County are Construction & Extraction (352 | 6.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (193 | 3.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (91 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 91 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 352 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 167 (86.5%) | 26 (13.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 610 (95.9%) | 26 (4.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,667 (48.1%) | 2,873 (51.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Choctaw County are Production (470 | 8.5%), Transportation (283 | 5.1%), and Material Moving (210 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 385 (81.9%) | 85 (18.1%) |
| Transportation | 263 (92.9%) | 20 (7.1%) |
| Material Moving | 146 (69.5%) | 64 (30.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 794 (82.5%) | 169 (17.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,667 (48.1%) | 2,873 (51.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Choctaw County
Employment Industries in Choctaw County
The major employment industries in Choctaw County include Health Care & Social Assistance (760 | 13.7%), Manufacturing (610 | 11.0%), Retail Trade (596 | 10.8%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (453 | 8.2%), and Educational Services (425 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Choctaw County
The Choctaw County industries that see more men than women are Construction (96.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (92.9%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (86.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (86.7%), Information (82.4%), and Finance & Insurance (80.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 211 (92.9%) | 16 (7.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 79 (86.8%) | 12 (13.2%) |
| Construction | 388 (96.0%) | 16 (4.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 470 (77.0%) | 140 (23.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 55 (56.7%) | 42 (43.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 200 (33.6%) | 396 (66.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 239 (71.1%) | 97 (28.9%) |
| Utilities | 54 (68.3%) | 25 (31.7%) |
| Information | 12 (17.6%) | 56 (82.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 33 (19.2%) | 139 (80.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 48 (60.8%) | 31 (39.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 65 (46.1%) | 76 (53.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 71 (62.8%) | 42 (37.2%) |
| Educational Services | 113 (26.6%) | 312 (73.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 101 (13.3%) | 659 (86.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 198 (43.7%) | 255 (56.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 95 (25.3%) | 280 (74.7%) |
| Public Administration | 127 (42.9%) | 169 (57.1%) |
| Total | 2,667 (48.1%) | 2,873 (51.9%) |
Education in Choctaw County
School Enrollment in Choctaw County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,223 students in Choctaw County are middle school (829 | 25.7%), high school (748 | 23.2%), and elementary school (734 | 22.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 277 | 8.6% |
| Kindergarten | 172 | 5.3% |
| Elementary School | 734 | 22.8% |
| Middle School | 829 | 25.7% |
| High School | 748 | 23.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 444 | 13.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 19 | 0.6% |
| Total | 3,223 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Choctaw County
Out of a total of 3,223 students who are enrolled in schools in Choctaw County, 287 (8.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,936 (91.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 18 (14.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 195 (95.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 197 (88.3%) | 26 (11.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 809 (95.3%) | 40 (4.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 868 (89.5%) | 102 (10.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 458 (87.2%) | 67 (12.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 195 (95.6%) | 9 (4.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 233 (94.3%) | 14 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 68 (86.1%) | 11 (13.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 108 (85.7%) | 18 (14.3%) |
| Total | 2,936 (91.1%) | 287 (8.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Choctaw County
Education (369 | 24.2%), business (205 | 13.5%), science & technology (184 | 12.1%), arts & humanities (137 | 9.0%), and bio, nature & agricultural (111 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 1,523 individuals in Choctaw County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 31 | 2.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 111 | 7.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 93 | 6.1% |
| Psychology | 62 | 4.1% |
| Social Sciences | 91 | 6.0% |
| Engineering | 91 | 6.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 9 | 0.6% |
| Science & Technology | 184 | 12.1% |
| Business | 205 | 13.5% |
| Education | 369 | 24.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 33 | 2.2% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 38 | 2.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 12 | 0.8% |
| Communications | 57 | 3.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 137 | 9.0% |
| Total | 1,523 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Choctaw County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Choctaw County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Choctaw County are males with 2 vehicles (831, accounting for 31.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (849, making up 29.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 94 (3.6%) | 67 (2.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 540 (20.6%) | 779 (27.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 831 (31.6%) | 849 (30.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 663 (25.2%) | 636 (22.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 356 (13.6%) | 381 (13.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 143 (5.4%) | 108 (3.8%) |
| Total | 2,627 (100.0%) | 2,820 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Choctaw County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Choctaw County are 10 to 14 minutes (885 commuters, 17.0%), 5 to 9 minutes (854 commuters, 16.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (623 commuters, 11.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 417 | 8.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 854 | 16.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 885 | 17.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 601 | 11.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 623 | 11.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 255 | 4.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 574 | 11.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 114 | 2.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 108 | 2.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 376 | 7.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 288 | 5.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 122 | 2.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Choctaw County
The most common commute times in Choctaw County are 5 to 9 minutes (406 commuters, 16.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (539 commuters, 19.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 172 (6.9%) | 245 (9.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 406 (16.3%) | 448 (16.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 346 (13.9%) | 539 (19.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 237 (9.5%) | 364 (13.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 283 (11.4%) | 340 (12.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 138 (5.5%) | 117 (4.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 355 (14.2%) | 219 (8.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 52 (2.1%) | 62 (2.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 33 (1.3%) | 75 (2.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 206 (8.3%) | 170 (6.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 170 (6.8%) | 118 (4.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 96 (3.8%) | 26 (0.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Choctaw County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Choctaw County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (412, 16.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (586, 21.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 161 (6.5%) | 102 (3.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 284 (11.4%) | 43 (1.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 176 (7.1%) | 129 (4.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 283 (11.4%) | 214 (7.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 362 (14.5%) | 245 (9.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 412 (16.5%) | 480 (17.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 199 (8.0%) | 586 (21.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 222 (8.9%) | 222 (8.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 16 (0.6%) | 103 (3.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 67 (2.7%) | 156 (5.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 51 (2.0%) | 66 (2.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 30 (1.2%) | 67 (2.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 79 (3.2%) | 174 (6.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 152 (6.1%) | 136 (5.0%) |
| Total | 2,494 (100.0%) | 2,723 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Choctaw County
Occupancy by Ownership in Choctaw County
Of the total 5,805 dwellings in Choctaw County, owner-occupied units account for 3,868 (66.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,937 (33.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,868 | 66.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,937 | 33.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,805 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Choctaw County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,092 | 36.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,919 | 33.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 696 | 12.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,098 | 18.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,805 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Choctaw County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,191 (56.9%) | 901 (43.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,474 (76.8%) | 445 (23.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 455 (65.4%) | 241 (34.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 748 (68.1%) | 350 (31.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,868 (66.6%) | 1,937 (33.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Choctaw County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 383 (44.6%) | 476 (55.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,476 (70.1%) | 629 (29.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,255 (67.3%) | 610 (32.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 754 (77.2%) | 222 (22.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Choctaw County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 879 | 15.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 873 | 15.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 938 | 16.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,220 | 21.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,037 | 17.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 700 | 12.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 158 | 2.7% |
| Total | 5,805 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Choctaw County
Median Income by Occupancy in Choctaw County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,868 (66.6%) | $56,398 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,937 (33.4%) | $24,641 |
| Average | 5,805 (100.0%) | $43,252 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Choctaw County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 154 (4.0%) | 172 (8.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 65 (1.7%) | 153 (7.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 217 (5.6%) | 354 (18.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 163 (4.2%) | 183 (9.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 157 (4.1%) | 118 (6.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 467 (12.1%) | 304 (15.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 494 (12.8%) | 259 (13.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 786 (20.3%) | 171 (8.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 477 (12.3%) | 130 (6.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 591 (15.3%) | 61 (3.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 297 (7.7%) | 32 (1.7%) |
| Total | 3,868 (100.0%) | 1,937 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Choctaw County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 758 (19.6%) | 161 (8.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 924 (23.9%) | 320 (16.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 946 (24.5%) | 487 (25.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 277 (7.2%) | 243 (12.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 612 (15.8%) | 192 (9.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 164 (4.2%) | 21 (1.1%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 93 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 51 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 43 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,868 (100.0%) | 1,937 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Choctaw County
Housing Structures in Choctaw County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,485 | 77.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 40 | 0.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 152 | 2.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 144 | 2.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 48 | 0.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 229 | 3.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 707 | 12.2% |
| Total | 5,805 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Choctaw County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,278 (73.1%) | 1,207 (26.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 12 (30.0%) | 28 (70.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 152 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1 (0.7%) | 143 (99.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 229 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 577 (81.6%) | 130 (18.4%) |
| Total | 3,868 (66.6%) | 1,937 (33.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Choctaw County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 17 (0.4%) | 113 (5.8%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 185 (4.8%) | 342 (17.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,520 (39.3%) | 1,005 (51.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,495 (38.7%) | 313 (16.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 651 (16.8%) | 164 (8.5%) |
| Total | 3,868 (100.0%) | 1,937 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Choctaw County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 533 (13.8%) | 531 (27.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 680 (17.6%) | 193 (10.0%) |
| Electricity | 2,389 (61.8%) | 1,148 (59.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 98 (2.5%) | 20 (1.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 161 (4.2%) | 38 (2.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 7 (0.2%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| Total | 3,868 (100.0%) | 1,937 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Choctaw County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 120 (3.1%) | 364 (18.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,128 (29.2%) | 1,051 (54.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,331 (34.4%) | 339 (17.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,289 (33.3%) | 183 (9.5%) |
| Total | 3,868 (100.0%) | 1,937 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Choctaw County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Choctaw County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,375 | 1,493 |
| Median Property Value | $101,000 | $131,700 |
| Median Household Income | $46,783 | $171 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $380 | $43 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $406 | $116 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Choctaw County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 577 (24.3%) | 152 (10.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 599 (25.2%) | 328 (22.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 895 (37.7%) | 781 (52.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 201 (8.5%) | 131 (8.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 60 (2.5%) | 81 (5.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 29 (1.2%) | 16 (1.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 14 (0.6%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| Total | 2,375 (100.0%) | 1,493 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Choctaw County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 194 (8.2%) | 10 (0.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 436 (18.4%) | 25 (1.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 317 (13.4%) | 101 (6.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 321 (13.5%) | 150 (10.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 498 (21.0%) | 173 (11.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 241 (10.2%) | 288 (19.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 242 (10.2%) | 236 (15.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 126 (5.3%) | 349 (23.4%) |
| Total | 2,375 (100.0%) | 1,493 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Choctaw County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,028 (43.3%) | 76,484 (5,122.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 332 (14.0%) | 764 (51.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 205 (8.6%) | 340 (22.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 760 (32.0%) | 104 (7.0%) |
| Total | 2,375 (100.0%) | 1,493 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Choctaw County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,717 (72.3%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 323 (13.6%) | 712 (47.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 150 (6.3%) | 450 (30.1%) |
| Total | 2,375 (100.0%) | 1,493 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Choctaw County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Choctaw County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,058 (91.9%) | 93 (8.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,370 (92.0%) | 205 (8.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 625 (57.3%) | 465 (42.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 791 (61.5%) | 495 (38.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,272 (78.7%) | 345 (21.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,156 (73.8%) | 410 (26.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,675 (83.7%) | 327 (16.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,640 (98.9%) | 18 (1.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,161 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11,748 (83.3%) | 2,358 (16.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Choctaw County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,058 (91.9%) | 93 (8.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,370 (92.0%) | 205 (8.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 625 (57.3%) | 465 (42.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Choctaw County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,475 (81.9%) | 546 (18.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,465 (76.6%) | 752 (23.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,207 (84.0%) | 420 (16.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,574 (89.1%) | 193 (10.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,016 (87.1%) | 447 (12.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Choctaw County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 798 (69.3%) | 295 (25.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,687 (65.5%) | 770 (29.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 292 (26.8%) | 343 (31.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 206 (16.0%) | 616 (47.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 348 (21.5%) | 993 (61.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 305 (19.5%) | 896 (57.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 642 (32.1%) | 1,179 (58.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,637 (98.7%) | 873 (52.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,161 (100.0%) | 679 (58.5%) |
| Total | 7,076 (50.2%) | 6,644 (47.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Choctaw County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 151 (11.9%) | 131 (10.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 243 (19.6%) | 169 (12.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 734 (29.6%) | 722 (26.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 399 (51.8%) | 333 (37.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 408 (72.7%) | 378 (63.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Choctaw County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 26 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 51 (4.1%) | 21 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 274 (11.0%) | 133 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 244 (31.7%) | 75 (8.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 272 (48.5%) | 137 (22.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (0.9%) | 60 (4.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 63 (5.1%) | 110 (8.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 180 (7.2%) | 196 (7.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 161 (20.9%) | 148 (16.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 177 (31.6%) | 138 (23.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 139 (10.9%) | 41 (3.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 150 (12.1%) | 70 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 298 (12.0%) | 283 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 129 (16.8%) | 80 (9.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 147 (26.2%) | 88 (14.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 19 (1.5%) | 17 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 97 (7.8%) | 33 (2.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 356 (14.3%) | 413 (15.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 225 (29.2%) | 211 (23.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 271 (48.3%) | 327 (54.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (1.3%) | 36 (2.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 35 (2.8%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 148 (6.0%) | 98 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 63 (8.2%) | 69 (7.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 108 (19.3%) | 156 (26.0%) |
Technology Access in Choctaw County
Computing Device Access in Choctaw County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,120 | 53.7% |
| Smartphone | 4,632 | 79.8% |
| Tablet | 2,669 | 46.0% |
| No Computing Device | 769 | 13.3% |
| Total | 5,805 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Choctaw County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 38 | 0.6% |
| Broadband Home | 1,823 | 31.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,432 | 24.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 853 | 14.7% |
| No Internet | 1,654 | 28.5% |
| Total | 5,805 | 100.0% |
Choctaw County Summary
Choctaw County is located in southeastern Oklahoma, and is part of the Choctaw Nation. It is bordered by Pushmataha County to the north, McCurtain County to the east, Atoka County to the south, and Bryan County to the west. The county seat is Hugo, and the county was named for the Choctaw people, who were the original inhabitants of the area.
Geography
Choctaw County covers an area of 1,092 square miles, and is located in the Ouachita Mountains region of Oklahoma. The terrain is mostly hilly, with some flat areas in the south and east. The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner, at an elevation of 1,400 feet. The county is drained by the Kiamichi River, which flows through the center of the county. The county is also home to several lakes, including Hugo Lake, McGee Creek Lake, and Sardis Lake.
Climate
Choctaw County has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 64°F, and the average annual precipitation is around 44 inches.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Choctaw County was 15,205, an increase of 8.3% from the 2000 census. The population density was 14 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 79.2% White, 15.2% Native American, 0.5% Black or African American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 4.7% from two or more races. The median household income was $30,945, and the median family income was $37,917.
Economy
The economy of Choctaw County is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The county is home to several large timber companies, and the timber industry is the largest employer in the county. Other major industries include manufacturing, retail, and tourism. The county is also home to several casinos, which provide a significant source of revenue for the county.
Education
Choctaw County is served by the Choctaw County School District, which operates seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools. The county is also home to several private schools, including Hugo Christian Academy and Hugo Montessori School. The county is also home to Eastern Oklahoma State College, which is located in Wilburton.
Conclusion
Choctaw County is a rural county located in southeastern Oklahoma. It is home to the Choctaw Nation, and the economy is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The county is served by the Choctaw County School District, and is also home to Eastern Oklahoma State College. The county has a humid subtropical climate, and the population was 15,205 as of the 2010 census.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Choctaw County?
Per Capita income in Choctaw County is $25,283.
What is the Median Family Income in Choctaw County?
Median Family Income in Choctaw County is $60,801.
What is the Median Household income in Choctaw County?
Median Household Income in Choctaw County is $43,252.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Choctaw County?
Income or Wage Gap in Choctaw County is 29.1%.
Women in Choctaw County earn 70.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Choctaw County?
Family Income Deficit in Choctaw County is $10,969.
Families that are below poverty line in Choctaw County earn $10,969 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Choctaw County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Choctaw County is 0.47.
What is the Total Population of Choctaw County?
Total Population of Choctaw County is 14,285.
What is the Total Male Population of Choctaw County?
Total Male Population of Choctaw County is 6,910.
What is the Total Female Population of Choctaw County?
Total Female Population of Choctaw County is 7,375.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Choctaw County?
There are 93.69 Males per 100 Females in Choctaw County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Choctaw County?
There are 106.73 Females per 100 Males in Choctaw County.
What is the Median Population Age in Choctaw County?
Median Population Age in Choctaw County is 41.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Choctaw County
Average Family Size in Choctaw County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Choctaw County
Average Household Size in Choctaw County is 2.4 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Choctaw County?
There are 5,954 People in the Labor Forcein in Choctaw County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Choctaw County?
53.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Choctaw County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Choctaw County?
Unemployment Rate in Choctaw County is 6.9%.