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Muskogee, Oklahoma Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Muskogee, Oklahoma is 36,819 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest city in Oklahoma. The median household income is $48,735, the median home value is $124,900, and the median age is 36.4.

The population has declined 6.1% since 2010 (39,239 → 36,849).

36,819

Population

857

People / sq mi

$48,735

Median Income

$124,900

Median Home Value

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Muskogee covers 43.0 sq mi of land at 857 people per square mile.

About Muskogee, OK

Housing cost is the defining feature of Muskogee: the median home is valued at $124,900. Muskogee is a city in Oklahoma with a population of 36,819. It ranks #13 among cities in Oklahoma by population.

Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $48,735, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 18.4%, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $124,900, with typical rent around $828.

College attainment is 18.2%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.3%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.

Muskogee city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Muskogee city had a population of 39,239 in 2010 and 36,849 in 2024, a -6.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 39,239 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.45%.

2010 · 39K20102024
Muskogee city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

36,849

Population (2024)

39,239

Population (2010)

39,239

Peak (2010)

-0.45%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201039,239
201139,014
201238,831
201338,578
201438,282
201538,004
201637,828
201737,779
201837,332
201937,113
202036,770
202136,725
202236,682
202336,844
202436,849

Race & Ethnicity

White51.3%
Black or African American14.6%
Asian0.1%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)24.8%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$48,735

Median Household Income

$25,602

Per Capita Income

18.4%

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$124,900

Median Home Value

$828

Median Rent

55.3%

Owner-Occupied

Education

86.6%

High School+

18.2%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.7%

Drive Alone

81.7%

Public Transit

6.3%

Work From Home

18.8 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

28.2%

Foreign Born

93.0%

Non-English at Home

9.2%

Veterans

24.2%

With Disability

84.9%

Health Insurance

92.3%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management22.5%
Manufacturing16.3%
Public Administration10.8%
Education, Health Care & Social Services9.2%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services5.4%
Construction5.0%
Retail Trade4.5%
Information4.4%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate4.2%
Transportation & Warehousing1.9%
Agriculture & Mining1.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Muskogee, Oklahoma has a population of 36,819 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest city in Oklahoma.

The median household income in Muskogee, Oklahoma is $48,735, with 18.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Muskogee, Oklahoma is $124,900, with median monthly rent at $828 and a homeownership rate of 55.3%.

The median age in Muskogee, Oklahoma is 36.4 years. The population is 48.7% male and 51.3% female.

The population has declined 6.1% since 2010 (39,239 → 36,849).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.