McCurtain County, Oklahoma Demographics 2026
McCurtain County, Oklahoma has a population of 30,825, the 31st most populous county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $50,175 and the median home value is $126,100. The poverty rate is 21.1%.
McCurtain County Quick Facts
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 57 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in McCurtain County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idabel | 6,959 | $36,638 | 29.8% | $121,300 |
| Broken Bow | 4,215 | $50,744 | 29.7% | $159,000 |
| Valliant | 763 | $44,375 | 22.7% | $99,600 |
| Wright City | 535 | $38,472 | 21.9% | $58,000 |
| Eagletown | 433 | $36,442 | 18.9% | $150,000 |
| Haworth | 267 | $35,000 | 24.7% | $42,500 |
| Hochatown | 228 | $114,643 | 0.0% | $321,900 |
| Millerton | 207 | $39,861 | 9.2% | $71,000 |
| Garvin | 148 | $51,875 | 12.2% | $98,800 |
| Smithville | 105 | $33,594 | 35.2% | $28,800 |
| Golden | 26 | $58,750 | 7.7% | $85,000 |
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Population Overview
McCurtain County is located in Oklahoma with a total population of 30,825. It is the 31st most populous county out of 77 in Oklahoma. The county encompasses 11 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in McCurtain County is 37.9 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 36.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in McCurtain County is $50,175. This is 21% lower than the state median of $63,603. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $78,538. The poverty rate stands at 21.1%. This is 38% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $126,100. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $185,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, McCurtain County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in McCurtain County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 7.6%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 2.3%.
Education
15.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for McCurtain County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023), with comparisons drawn against Oklahoma and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of McCurtain County, Oklahoma?
McCurtain County has a population of 30,825, making it the 31st most populous county in Oklahoma.
What is the median income in McCurtain County?
The median household income in McCurtain County is $50,175 with a poverty rate of 21.1%.
How many cities are in McCurtain County, Oklahoma?
McCurtain County contains 11 Census-designated places.