Okmulgee County

As of the 2020 Census, Okmulgee County, Oklahoma, has a population of approximately 35,000. The racial composition includes about 60% White, 15% Native American, 8% African American, 2% Asian, and 15% identifying as Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is around $45,000, with roughly 20% living below the poverty line. The county spans an area of 702 square miles and the population density is about 50 people per square mile.

As of the latest data, Okmulgee County, OK has a median home value of approximately $90,000. The median rent is around $750 per month. The homeownership rate stands at about 67%, with approximately 33% of the population renting. In recent years, property values have seen slight increases, reflecting regional trends. The county offers a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and rural properties, catering to diverse housing needs.

As of the most recent updates in 2023, Okmulgee County, Oklahoma's elections information includes:

• Election Frequency: Primaries typically occur in June, with the General Election in November.
• Voter Registration: Approximately 26,000 registered voters.

Notable 2022 Midterm Election Results:

• U.S. Senate: Markwayne Mullin (R) - 61.8%, Kendra Horn (D) - 35.3%
• Governor: Kevin Stitt (R) - 55.4%, Joy Hofmeister (D) - 41.7%

2023 Special Elections:

• State House District 24:
  • Gerrid Kendrix (R) - 76%
  • Chad Stancle (D) - 24%
• Propositions: Various local measures on education and infrastructure, generally passing with 60-70% approval.

Upcoming Key 2024 Races:

• U.S. Congressional District 2: Current candidate list pending.
• State Senate District 8: Primary challengers anticipated.

For complete, updated information, visit the Okmulgee County Election Board website

As of the latest data, Okmulgee County, OK, exhibits the following educational attainment levels for residents aged 25 and over:

• High school graduate or higher: Approximately 83.1%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: Around 12.8%

Nationally, about 88% of adults have completed high school, and approximately 32.1% have a bachelor's degree or higher. For the state of Oklahoma, these values are around 87% for high school graduates and 25.5% for bachelor's degree holders.

Comparatively, Okmulgee County lags behind both the national and state averages in educational attainment, particularly at the bachelor's degree level. The county's high school graduation rate is also lower than both the national and state averages.

As of the most recent data, Okmulgee County, OK shows a labor force of approximately 15,000 individuals with an unemployment rate around 4.5%, slightly above the national average of 3.5% and closely aligning with the state average of 4%. Key industries in Okmulgee County include manufacturing, healthcare, retail trade, and educational services.

• Manufacturing: Around 18% of the workforce is employed in this sector, higher than the national average of 8.5%.
• Healthcare and Social Assistance: Employs about 15%, higher than the national figure of 14%.
• Retail Trade: Engages approximately 13% of the workforce, matching the national average of 13%.
• Educational Services: About 10%, which is higher than the state average of 8%.

These figures indicate that Okmulgee County has a robust manufacturing sector, highlighting its unique industrial landscape compared to broader national and state trends.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Okmulgee County, OK, is approximately $45,000. In comparison, the national average household income is about $68,703, while the state of Oklahoma's average stands at around $52,341.

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Okmulgee County's income is notably lower than both the state and national averages, reflecting economic disparities in this region.

As of the latest available data, Okmulgee County, Oklahoma has a mixed crime profile. In 2022, the county experienced a total of 784 reported incidents. These incidents encompass a variety of crimes, with property crimes being more prevalent than violent crimes.

The county's overall crime rate stands at roughly 25.3 incidents per 1,000 residents. Efforts to reduce crime include community policing and crime prevention programs.