Median Income
$77,813
4% higher than US avg
Home Value
$56,900
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.3%
49% lower than US avg
How Choctaw Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population433
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
A+
Median Income$77,813
Per Capita$35,702
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$12,725M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$56,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain71.1 in/yr
Elevation1 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+60.4%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Libraries7
Is Choctaw a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Choctaw receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Choctaw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Choctaw is $77,813, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Choctaw is $56,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Choctaw enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Choctaw has a population of 433 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).
Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 83.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Spanish | 16.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
The median household income in Choctaw is $77,813, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,813 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,702 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,867 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,467 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,446 |
| County GDP | $12,725M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 80 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,647 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.41% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Choctaw is $56,900, 80% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $56,900 |
| 80% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,647 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.41% |
In Choctaw, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Choctaw vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.2% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.8% |
| Depression | 29.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,796/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
Crime Rates: Choctaw vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Choctaw has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
54°F Jan (12°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 70.1°F |
| 30% above US avg |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 71.1 inches |
| 87% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1 ft (0 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.8457°N, 90.7238°W |
| County FIPS | 22089 |