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Pocola, OK

Oklahoma · Sebastian County · Fort Smith Metro

Pocola is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 4,359. Residents earn $48,333 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,359 Population 144/sq mi density
$48,333 Median Income $24,998 per capita
$134,200 Home Value $177,183 Zillow
$747 Median Rent 24.7% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
97 Violent Crime/100K 679 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,333 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,200 home value, $747/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
97 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,333
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,200
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 97/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $747
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

How Pocola Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,359
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density144/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,333
Per Capita$24,998
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$9,255M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,200
Rent$747
Ownership69.2%
Zillow$177,183
Housing Units1,814
Rent Burden24.7%

Crime

F
Violent97/100K
Property679/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault73/100K
Burglary218/100K

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking21.4%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation454 ft (138 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute18 min
Broadband87.2%
EV Stations2
Libraries7

Is Pocola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pocola receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pocola has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pocola is $48,333, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pocola is $134,200, 52% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $747 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Pocola is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 97 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 679 per 100,000, 65% below the national average.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pocola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Pocola has a population of 4,359 with a density of 144 people per square mile, spread across 30.3 square miles. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (75.2%), with 16.7% Hispanic, 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.7% of residents. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 83.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,359
Total Population
144
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
30.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pocola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pocola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pocola is $48,333, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,998 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,061, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 3,751 business establishments, including 302 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pocola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,333
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,998
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$69,751
Gini Index0.504 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,751
County GDP$9,255M

Business (County)

Restaurants302
Healthcare482
Retail538
Manufacturing156

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Pocola is $134,200, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,183, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $747 (36% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $791 for a one-bedroom to $995 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,814 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1981. The average annual property tax is $3,305. 24.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,200
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,183

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$747
36% below US avg
Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.2%
Owner-Occupied69.2%
Renter-Occupied30.8%
Housing Units1,814
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Rate2.46%
In Pocola, 39.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 7.1% of residents, above the national average. 37.6% have high blood pressure. 21.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.1% report binge drinking. 34.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.1% experience frequent mental distress. 11.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:764. The dentist ratio is 1:1,265. 64.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Pocola vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma12.6%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.4%
53% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity34.6%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Primary Care1:764
Dentists1:1,265
Mental Health1:255
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits52.8%
Premature Death11,659/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities482
Pocola has a violent crime rate of 97 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 72.7 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 24.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 679 per 100,000, 65% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 291, burglary at 218, vehicle theft at 170 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 19 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Pocola receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Pocola vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent97.0/100K
74% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape24.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault72.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property679.0/100K
65% below US avg
Burglary218.2/100K
Theft291.0/100K
Vehicle Theft169.7/100K
Arson24.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Pocola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 454 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation454 ft (138 m)
Area30.3 sq mi (78.5 km²)
Population Density144/sq mi
Coordinates35.2515°N, 94.4679°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySebastian County County
Nearest AirportFort Smith Regional (FSM)
5 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.3"
25% above US avg
Snowfall 2.9"
Wettest Month (May) 5.79"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.52"

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score86.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability48.9 / 100
Community Resilience38.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

86 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 14, 2024.

Apr 3, 2012 8 km SSW of Pittsburg, Oklahoma M4.1 145 km
Aug 24, 2021 1 km S of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.7 84 km
Aug 18, 2019 1 km ENE of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.7 82 km
Nov 15, 1990 16 km NNW of Hector, Arkansas M3.5 135 km
Mar 16, 1997 6 km SSE of Amity, Arkansas M3.4 150 km
Aug 22, 2021 3 km ESE of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.4 80 km
Jul 22, 2021 2 km E of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.3 81 km
Feb 7, 2020 2 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.2 85 km
Feb 7, 2020 3 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.2 85 km
May 27, 2007 9 km SW of Hanna, Oklahoma M3.2 138 km
Aug 12, 2019 1 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.2 82 km
Jun 3, 2022 10 km W of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.2 93 km
Mar 14, 2022 12 km E of Crowder, Oklahoma M3.1 98 km
Oct 1, 2010 7 km SE of Stuart, Oklahoma M3.1 149 km
Jan 7, 2018 7 km SW of Indianola, Oklahoma M3.1 125 km
Apr 1, 2020 2 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma M3.1 81 km
Apr 22, 2005 17 km N of Swink, Oklahoma M3.0 136 km
Apr 14, 2012 3 km W of Arpelar, Oklahoma M3.0 144 km
Jul 28, 1990 18 km W of Mountain Pine, Arkansas M2.9 123 km
Sep 21, 2019 2 km NNE of Quinton, Oklahoma M2.9 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

520 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 95 fatalities, 1,109 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 26, 1976 EF5 22 km 2
May 24, 2011 EF4 47 km 4
Mar 26, 1976 EF4 77 km 1
May 26, 1973 EF4 84 km 5
Apr 19, 1968 EF4 19 km 14
May 5, 1961 EF4 77 km 16
May 5, 1960 EF4 16 km 5
May 5, 1960 EF4 86 km 16
Jan 22, 1957 EF4 25 km 10
May 24, 2011 EF3 87 km 1
Dec 31, 2010 EF3 83 km 4
Apr 9, 2009 EF3 80 km 3
Jun 1, 1999 EF3 98 km 0
May 4, 1999 EF3 36 km 0
Apr 21, 1996 EF3 86 km 2
Apr 21, 1996 EF3 14 km 2
Nov 22, 1983 EF3 90 km 0
Nov 22, 1983 EF3 71 km 0
Dec 2, 1982 EF3 33 km 0
Apr 19, 1981 EF3 94 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (18,089 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 UNNAMED 18,089 79 km
2000 UNNAMED 15,318 35 km
2007 UNNAMED 14,774 75 km
1998 UNNAMED 13,929 33 km
2016 WEST CAVANAL FIRE 13,100 35 km
2004 UNNAMED 12,086 79 km
2016 UNNAMED 11,929 33 km
2024 RX FOUCHE VALLEY 10,912 86 km
2007 UNNAMED 10,593 49 km
2003 UNNAMED 9,749 95 km
2016 UNNAMED 9,483 69 km
2013 UNNAMED 9,385 57 km
2021 BILLY CREEK 9,236 65 km
2010 W72 BLOOD SPRINGS 8,674 98 km
2017 MIDDLE RIDGE 8,501 39 km
2016 DOG HOUSE FIRE 8,304 84 km
2014 UNNAMED 7,945 58 km
2016 UNNAMED 7,919 86 km
2013 UNNAMED 7,804 86 km
2003 UNNAMED 7,415 65 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
March 52°F (11°C) 4.4 in
April 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in
May 69°F (21°C) 5.8 in Wettest
June 77°F (25°C) 4.3 in
July 83°F (28°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 2.9 in
September 73°F (23°C) 4.6 in
October 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in
November 51°F (10°C) 4.6 in
December 42°F (5°C) 3.7 in

Pocola has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 40°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.8") and January the driest (2.5").

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Pocola is located in Sebastian County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 13.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.6% of the vote, a 37.6-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 482 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density144/sq mi
Total Area30.3 sq mi
CountySebastian County County

Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Avg Download Speed154.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed38.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities482
Restaurants302
Retail Stores538

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%
Average costs for common services in Pocola. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $220 ($132-$351)
Specialist Visit $307 ($176-$483)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88-$307)
Emergency Room Visit $1,932 ($702-$4,390)
Dental Cleaning $114 ($66-$176)
Dental Filling $220 ($132-$351)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22-$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44-$105)
Brake Pad Replacement $263 ($132-$439)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18-$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $527 ($351-$878)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88-$307)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53-$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44-$123)
HVAC Repair $351 ($132-$702)
HVAC System Install $6,146 ($3,512-$10,536)
Roof Repair $878 ($351-$1,756)
Roof Replacement $7,902 ($4,829-$13,170)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,317 ($439-$3,073)
Divorce (Contested) $13,170 ($4,390-$26,340)
DUI Defense $4,390 ($1,756-$8,780)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,317 ($702-$2,634)
Will Preparation $439 ($176-$878)
Trust Preparation $2,195 ($878-$4,390)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13-$40)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26-$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66-$220)
Manicure $22 ($13-$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22-$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($44-$114)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.60 ($2.63-$4.83)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.07 ($2.20-$4.39)
Loaf of Bread $3.34 ($2.20-$4.83)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.95 ($2.63-$5.71)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.83 ($3.51-$6.59)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53-$1.58)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($70-$220)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26-$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35-$105)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35-$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26-$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44-$132)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66-$439)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,756 ($1,054-$3,073)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26-$114)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.02-$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26-$220)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13-$66)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,054 ($527-$2,195)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $878 ($439-$1,756)
After-School Care (Monthly) $351 ($176-$615)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22-$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $878 ($351-$2,195)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,975 ($4,390-$26,340)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26-$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44-$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26-$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18-$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $263 ($132-$439)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88-$351)
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Top Industries in Sebastian County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 12,904 174 $61,573 2.32
Health Care & Social Assistance 11,740 591 $63,377 1.21
Retail Trade 7,700 526 $34,540 1.14
Accommodation & Food Services 6,050 338 $22,306 0.98
Administrative & Waste Services 4,295 204 $36,672 1.08
Wholesale Trade 2,915 220 $67,049 1.09
Construction 2,789 285 $55,406 0.79
Transportation & Warehousing 2,332 106 $72,490 0.81
Management of Companies 1,551 34 $124,593 1.36
Professional & Technical Services 1,551 339 $62,769 0.33
Finance & Insurance 1,494 218 $75,184 0.54
Other Services 1,224 249 $41,373 0.60
Real Estate 969 213 $55,616 0.92
Information & Technology 885 38 $102,363 0.70
Utilities 681 7 $89,781 2.65
Educational Services 618 37 $63,717 0.44
Arts & Entertainment 504 40 $20,630 0.44
Mining & Oil/Gas 205 22 $97,132 0.80
Agriculture & Forestry 9 8 $37,092 0.02
Unclassified 1 0 $27,830 0.01

Schools in Pocola

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
POCOLA ES Elementary 385 22 17.5:1
POCOLA HS High 207 12 17.3:1
POCOLA MS Middle 155 11 14.1:1
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Radio Stations near Pocola

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KMCO FM 101.3 country, mcalester AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Pocola

7 campgrounds found near Pocola.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CEDAR LAKE (OKLAHOMA) 4.4/5 94 $15, $40
ELK CREEK LANDING 4.4/5 41 $10, $25
Little Pines Campground 4.3/5 9 $20
COOKSON BEND 4.2/5 131 $16, $50
SPRINGHILL 4.2/5 50 $16, $75
CHICKEN CREEK 4.0/5 103 $10, $50
Clear Creek - Ozark Lake (AR) 3.7/5 39 $16, $75

National Parks Near Pocola

13 national parks and monuments found near Pocola.

ParkTypeFee
Cherokee Landing State Park State Park Free
Devil's Den State Park State Park Free
Fort Smith National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Greenleaf State Park State Park Free
Lake Fort Smith State Park State Park Free
Lake Tenkiller State Park State Park Free
Natural Falls State Park State Park Free
Queen Wihelmina State Park State Park Free
Robbers Cave State Resort Park State Park Free
Sequoyah Bay State Park State Park Free
Western Hills Guest Ranch/sequoya Sp State Resort State Park Free
Wister State Park State Park Free
Withrow Springs State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Pocola

62 trails found near Pocola.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
WEST OUTER LOOP 24.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BRADFORD EAST OUTER LOOP 16.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
POTEAU MTN MULTI-USE TRAIL 14.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1008 11.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CHOCTAW NATION TRAIL 8.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1002 7.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BOARDSTAND 7.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1006 6.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
OUACHITA NRT 6.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
OLD MILITARY ROAD 6.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1004C 5.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1001A 5.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1003 5.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1004 5.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BOARDSTAND 5.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CHOCTAW NATION - NORTH SPUR 5.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HORSETHIEF SPRINGS TRAIL 4.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HORSETHIEF - GOLDVILLE DIVIDE 4.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WHITE ROCK-SHORES LAKE WEST 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WSM EQ - 1001 4.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BRADFORD EASY LOOP 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1004A 2.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1006A 2.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT M 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
OLD MILITARY ROAD 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1006B 2.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORCUT E 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORCUT L 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
EASY PINE OUTER LOOP WEST 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT K 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1004B 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT H 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
LITTLE PINES 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT F 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - E 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT G 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
EASY PINE LOOP EAST 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CEDAR LK EQ CAMP ACCESS TRAIL 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HORSETHIEF - HILLTOP 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
EAST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT D 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
OUACHITA NRT 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1004D 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HORSETHIEF - CEDAR CREEK 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
EAST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT C 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HORSETHIEF SPRINGS TRAIL 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1003A 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1008B 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WSM EQ - 1008A 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - C 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
ONRT - PANARAMA VISTA SPUR 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - B 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
OUACHITA NRT 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT D 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
OLD PINE 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HORSETHIEF - SNAKE MTN EAST 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
EAST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT E 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BOARDSRTAND SPUR 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
ONRT - POTATO HILL VISTA SPUR 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - D 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - A 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
DOCKERYS GAP SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HORSETHIEF - SNAKE MTN WEST 0.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -

Museums in Pocola

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT SMITH MUSEUM OF HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM4797837841$279,517
U.S. MARSHALS MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION$59,562
LEFLORE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9186478648$34,761
OLD FORT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$8,488
MUSEUM OF THE HARDWOOD TREEGENERAL MUSEUM4797824220$6,245
BASS REEVES LEGACY INITIATIVEHISTORIC PRESERVATION4797884211
CHAFFEE BARBERSHOP MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
CRAWFORD COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION614 FAYETTEVILLE STREET4796325549
FORT SMITH AIR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6700 MCKENNON BLVD4797851839
FORT SMITH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT SMITH NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION4797833961
FORT SMITH REGIONAL ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM1601 ROGERS AVE4797842787
JAMES K BARNES MUSEUM AND TOURIST CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM421 N 46TH ST4797821288
JANET HUCKABEE ARKANSAS RIVER VALLEY NATURE CENTER (AR GAME & FISH COM.)ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8300 WELLS LAKE ROAD4794523993
KERR MANSIONGENERAL MUSEUM
MANESS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSIC FORT SMITHHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RIVER VALLEY BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
RIVER VALLEY MUSEUM OF VAN BURENHISTORY MUSEUM813 MAIN STREET8003325889
SOUTH SEBASTIAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4799960079
SPIRO MOUNDS ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS - FORT SMITH ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER4797887000
VAN BUREN PLACE HISTORIC DISTRICTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WESTERN ARKANSAS NATURE CENTER PARTNERSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER

Libraries in Pocola

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FORT SMITH PUBLIC LIBRARY3201 ROGERS AVENUE0.0401,919
CRAWFORD COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM1409 MAIN ST.0.0341,987
SCOTT SEBASTIAN REGIONAL LIBRARY18 N. ADAIR STREET0.091,865

Farmers Markets in Pocola

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fort Smith Farmers Market15 N 2nd St, Fort Smith, AR 7290101/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Tue: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Greenwood Farmers MarketGreenwood town square
Mansfield Farmers Market06/06/2015 to 09/26/2015Sat: 7:00 AM-11:00 AM;Visit
Old Town Poteau Farmer's Market220 Dewey Avenue04/26/2016 to 10/26/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Van Buren Farmer's Market 1409 Main Street04/02/2016 to 12/31/2016Wed: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Gas Stations in Pocola

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store

Breweries in Pocola

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Belle Point Beverages IncFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Fort Smith, AR, Beer and Ale, Fort Smith Beer and Other Fermen1 Bellepoint Pl4797823511
Burford Distributing IncOther, Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Fort Smith, AR, Advertising & Marketing, Advertising, 925 S H St4797838979Visit
Core Public House - PubBreweries, Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Food & Drink701 Rogers Ave14797556633
Oasis TavernCocktail Lounges, Fort Smith, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Venues, recreation, Cocktai3215 Midland Blvd4797822866Visit
Table Rock Beverage CoBeverage Manufacturers, Breweries, Wholesale Tobacco Products10718 Tablerock Dr4796493999

Nursing Homes in Pocola

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
POCOLA HEALTH AND REHAB
200 HOME STREET
For profit - Corporation 90 70 2/5 - 2/5 1/5 9184362228

Pharmacies in Pocola

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
HAISTEN ENTERPRISES PC 102 E FOLSOM BLVD 918-436-2900

Cell Towers in Pocola

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2 MILES SOUTHWEST OF ALMATOWER91
PART OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 11 N, RANGE 26 E OF THETOWER60
(Cavanal) 1 Cavanal Mountain RoadTOWER46
Cavanal Site 1 Cavanal Mountain RdTOWER46
WITTEVILLE ROAD (65349)MTOWER32

Fire Stations in Pocola

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Pocola Fire & Rescue101 S Pocola BLVDVolunteer918-436-7120

Bridges in Pocola

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195915211,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199150210,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199350210,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20108734,550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20108734,500F
SlabConcrete193834550F
SlabConcrete193842300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1997353300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193537250G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19382260P

Superfund Sites Near Pocola

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GERDAU MACSTEEL - FORT SMITH PLANT5225 PLANTERS RDSEBASTIAN
GERDAU MACSTEEL - FORT SMITH PLANT5225 PLANTERS RDSEBASTIAN
GERDAU MACSTEEL - FORT SMITH PLANT5225 PLANTERS RDSEBASTIAN

Airports Near Pocola

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fort Smith Regional AirportFSMMedium Airport
Arrowhead Assault Strip-Small Airport
Booneville Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Boyd Airport-Small Airport
Bratton Airport-Small Airport
Byrd's Backcountry Airstrip-Small Airport
Etna Airport-Small Airport
Flying A Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Flying W Airpark II Airport-Small Airport
Gustafson Airport-Small Airport
John Reid Airport-Small Airport
Little River Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Lollars Creek Farm Airport-Small Airport
Luginbuel Hee Haw Airport-Small Airport
Mena Intermountain Municipal AirportUMZSmall Airport
Neversweat Too Airport-Small Airport
Ozark Franklin County Airport-Small Airport
Robert S Kerr AirportRKRSmall Airport
Sallisaw Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Semper Fi Landing-Small Airport
Snake Creek Wilderness Airport-Small Airport
Stigler Regional Airport-Small Airport
Stilwell / Cherokee Nation Airport-Small Airport
Sweetbriar Airport-Small Airport
Tahlequah Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Talihina Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Tenkiller Lake Airpark-Small Airport
Venture Aerodrome Airpark Nr 2 Ultralightport-Small Airport
Waldron Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Winfield Airpark-Small Airport
Wolf Mountain Airport-Small Airport
Worth James Ranch Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Pocola

23 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
1103 Main Street
Alma Police Department
Arkansas Department of Correction805 Garrison Avenue
Arkansas Highway Police - Van Buren Station
Arkansas State Police Troop H
Bonanza Police Department
Central City Police Department
City of Kibler Police Department
Crawford County Sheriff's Office
Fort Chaffee Police Department
Fort Smith Police Department
Greenwood Police Station
Hackett Police Department
Hartford Police Department
Huntington Police Department
Le Flore County Sheriffs Office
Mansfield Police Department
Muldrow Police Department100 South Main Street
Poteau Police DepartmentPeters Street
Roland Police Department
Sebastian County Sheriff's Office800 South A Street
University Police Department
University Police Department Auxiliary Office
Van Buren Police Department800 North Fayetteville Road

Grocery Stores in Pocola

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Casey's General Store 3651Convenience Store102 W Folsom Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 3350Other104 E Folsom Blvd
Grand SlamConvenience Store103 W Folsom Blvd

Treatment Centers in Pocola

8 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Brighter Heights OklahomaSubstance Abuse918-649-0230
Harbor House IncSubstance Abuse479-785-4083
Lumina Revenue Cycle Management - Lumina Behavioral Health LLCSubstance Abuse479-242-1003
River Valley Primary Care Services - Eastside Family ClinicBoth479-431-2050
Serenity Counseling Advocates and - Psychiatric CenterSubstance Abuse479-474-4483
Stigler Health and Wellness CenterBoth918-647-2155
Western Arkansas Counseling and - Guidance Center IncBoth479-452-6650
Western Arkansas Counseling and - Guidance Center IncBoth479-452-6650

DOL Wage Violations in Pocola

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $37,431 in back wages owed to 27 employees.

3
Violations
$37,431
Back Wages Owed
27
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
EMS LeFlore County - - 74902 - 1 $27,482 $4,580 6
Champ Hinton Enterprises Inc. - - 74902 - 1 $8,131 $678 12
Tote-A-Poke #5 - - 74902 - 1 $1,817 $202 9

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pocola

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
DOOR CHURCH201 W BROWN ST
INNOVATIVE TRUTHPO BOX 400
THE WELL ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 269

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Mines
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pocola

What is the population of Pocola?

Pocola has a population of 4,359 residents and is located in Oklahoma. The population density is 144 people per square mile, spread across 30.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Pocola expensive to live in?

Pocola is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $48,333, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $134,200 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $747 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pocola safe?

Pocola is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 97 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 679 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Pocola receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pocola?

Pocola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.3 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 45.

How is the job market in Pocola?

The job market in Pocola is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,061. There are 3,751 business establishments in the area, including 302 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 5.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pocola?

The median home value in Pocola is $134,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,183. For renters, the median monthly rent is $747. Fair market rent is $791 for a 1-bedroom and $995 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.2%. The average annual property tax is $3,305.

How are the schools in Pocola?

Schools in Pocola score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.2% of adults in Pocola hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Pocola?

The obesity rate in Pocola is 39.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.4% of adults are smokers. 34.6% are physically inactive. 27.3% of residents report depression. 11.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 64.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:764.

What is transportation like in Pocola?

The average commute in Pocola is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pocola?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pocola is 75.2% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 16.7% Hispanic or Latino. 96.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.3% speak Spanish. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 20.3% of residents have a disability. 83.2% have health insurance coverage.

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