Choctaw, Oklahoma Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Choctaw, Oklahoma is 12,208 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 38th-largest city in Oklahoma. The median household income is $96,446, the median home value is $223,900, and the median age is 38.1.
The population has grown 10.4% since 2010 (11,198 → 12,358).
12,208
Population
449
People / sq mi
$96,446
Median Income
$223,900
Median Home Value
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Choctaw covers 27.2 sq mi of land at 449 people per square mile.
About Choctaw, OK
Choctaw stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 449 people per square mile. With 12,208 residents, Choctaw is a city in Oklahoma. It ranks #38 among cities in Oklahoma by population.
Median household income is $96,446, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.0%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $223,900, with typical rent around $1,192.
Roughly 30.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 5.1%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Choctaw city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Choctaw city had a population of 11,198 in 2010 and 12,358 in 2024, a 10.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,674 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.72%.
12,358
Population (2024)
11,198
Population (2010)
12,674
Peak (2019)
0.72%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,198 |
| 2011 | 11,400 |
| 2012 | 11,651 |
| 2013 | 11,870 |
| 2014 | 12,014 |
| 2015 | 12,205 |
| 2016 | 12,404 |
| 2017 | 12,461 |
| 2018 | 12,561 |
| 2019 | 12,674 |
| 2020 | 12,251 |
| 2021 | 12,261 |
| 2022 | 12,305 |
| 2023 | 12,322 |
| 2024 | 12,358 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.1% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 8.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$96,446
Median Household Income
$41,342
Per Capita Income
4.0%
Poverty Rate
1.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$223,900
Median Home Value
$1,192
Median Rent
89.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.6%
High School+
30.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
84.0%
Public Transit
5.1%
Work From Home
24.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
33.4%
Foreign Born
96.3%
Non-English at Home
15.5%
Veterans
18.4%
With Disability
94.7%
Health Insurance
93.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.7% |
| Public Administration | 19.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.3% |
| Manufacturing | 7.3% |
| Information | 7.2% |
| Retail Trade | 6.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.9% |
| Construction | 4.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Choctaw, Oklahoma has a population of 12,208 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 38th-largest city in Oklahoma.
The median household income in Choctaw, Oklahoma is $96,446, with 4.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Choctaw, Oklahoma is $223,900, with median monthly rent at $1,192 and a homeownership rate of 89.2%.
The median age in Choctaw, Oklahoma is 38.1 years. The population is 48.1% male and 51.9% female.
The population has grown 10.4% since 2010 (11,198 → 12,358).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.