McAlester, OK — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Pittsburg County · Oklahoma
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for McAlester based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
18,098
2023 ACS
Median Income
$48,044
2023
Median Home Value
$137,500
2023
Median Rent
$906
2023
Median Age
35.9
Unemployment
8.0%
Cost of Living Index
82.5
100 = national avg
McAlester is a city in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma, with a population of 18,098 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. McAlester is one of the communities in Oklahoma.
The median household income in McAlester is $48,044, and the median home value is $137,500. The cost of living index is 82.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $906 per month. The unemployment rate is 8.0%, and the median age is 35.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
18,098
Male
9,535
52.7%
Female
8,563
47.3%
Median Age
35.9
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
14.0%
High School or Higher
36.4%
Foreign Born
2.3%
Veterans
7.3%
Married
34.4%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.507
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
67.0%
Foreign Born
2.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
7.6%
1,377 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
92.4%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
16,964
English Only
93.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
824 speakers
Limited English
2.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.7%
Limited English Proficiency
2.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,324
7.3% of population
Disability Rate
46.7%
618 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$57,399
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,174
88.7%
Female Veterans
150
11.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$57,399
Non-Veteran Income
$29,188
Difference
$28,211
96.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
618
Without Disability
706
Disability Rate
46.7%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
8,969
#1 Ancestry
Irish
12.7% (2,305)
#2 Ancestry
German
10.4% (1,888)
#3 Ancestry
English
7.0% (1,259)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
7,173
Family Households
4,213
58.7%
Married Couples
2,850
39.7%
Non-Family Households
2,960
41.3%
Single Mother Households
1,110
15.5%
Single Father Households
253
3.5%
Living Alone
2,508
35.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
3,661
In Married Couple
2,294
62.7%
With Single Mother
1,051
28.7%
With Single Father
316
8.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$63,850
Married Couple Income
$87,324
Single Mother Income
$37,069
Single Father Income
$23,672
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
240
Grandparents Responsible
186
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$48,044
-34% vs national
Per Capita Income
$27,243
-27% vs national
Poverty Rate
22.2%
+63% vs national
Gini Index
0.4810
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
8.0%
+53% vs national
SNAP Recipients
20.3%
of households
How McAlester Compares
McAlester vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. McAlester is highlighted.
Median Household Income
McAlester, OK has a median household income of $48,044, making it the 22,275th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that McAlester has a higher median household income than 21% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
McAlester, OK has a per capita income of $27,243, making it the 20,226th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that McAlester has a higher per capita income than 28% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
McAlester, OK has a poverty rate of 22.2%, making it the 5,947th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that McAlester has a higher poverty rate than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
McAlester, OK has a unemployment rate of 8.0%, making it the 5,940th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that McAlester has a higher unemployment rate than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in McAlester. The median household income here is $48,044.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
8.0%
+60% vs OK avg
Labor Force
7,560
Employed
6,957
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
14.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
36.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.9
Work from Home
7.7%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Oklahoma metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$81.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
82.5
100 = national avg
-17.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,302
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,804
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$787
per month
2 Bedroom
$944
per month
The median household income in McAlester, OK is $48,044, which is 34.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $27,243. The poverty rate of 22.2% is higher than the OK state average of 18.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4810, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 8.0%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. The labor force is 7,560. 14.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 81.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 82.5, which is 17.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 84.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,302 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$159,500
Median List Price
$219,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$104
Days on Market
71
Active Inventory
63
Months of Supply
6.3
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$147,380
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
27.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
89.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
10
New Listings
15
Pending Sales
11
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$104
Median List $/SF
$138
McAlester vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. McAlester is highlighted.
Median Home Value
McAlester, OK has a median home value of $137,500, making it the 17,669th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that McAlester has a higher median home value than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
McAlester, OK has a median rent of $906, making it the 12,364th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that McAlester has a higher median rent than 45% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
McAlester, OK has a price per square foot of $104, making it the 16,805th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that McAlester has a higher price per square foot than 19% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
McAlester, OK has a rent burden of 22.6%, making it the 5,543rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that McAlester has a higher rent burden than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$137,500
Median Rent
$906
Total Housing Units
8,162
Vacancy Rate
12.1%
Owner Occupied
58.4%
Renter Occupied
41.6%
Median Property Tax
$934
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$800
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$934
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
of home value
Median Home Value
$137,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,125
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($934) by the median home value ($137,500). In McAlester, OK, this works out to an effective rate of 0.68%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in McAlester, OK is $159,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 71 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 6.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $104. The median rent is $906 per month (Census ACS). About 58.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1969. There are 8,162 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $934. The effective tax rate is 0.68%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
3.69
per 1,000 residents
+42% vs national
Property Crime Rate
23.71
per 1,000 residents
+38% vs national
Total Crimes
497
2024
Violent Clearance
33%
cases solved
Property Clearance
23%
cases solved
YoY Change
+33.6%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How McAlester Compares
Source: FBI (2024)McAlester vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. McAlester is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)McAlester police solve 39% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 1 | 0.06 | 0.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 5 | 0.28 | 0.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 7 | 0.39 | 14.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 54 | 2.98 | 38.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 72 | 3.97 | 8.3% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 320 | 17.65 | 28.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 38 | 2.10 | 5.3% |
McAlester, OK reported 67 violent crimes and 430 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 3.69 per 1,000 residents is 42.1% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 33% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 320 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 22.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 67 | 430 | 3.69 | 23.71 |
| 2023 | 50 | 431 | 2.77 | 23.83 |
| 2022 | 53 | 480 | 2.91 | 26.35 |
| 2021 | 51 | 477 | 2.88 | 26.91 |
| 2020 | 62 | 567 | 3.49 | 31.94 |
| 2019 | 99 | 1,039 | 5.55 | 58.24 |
| 2018 | 116 | 1,031 | 6.44 | 57.28 |
| 2017 | 105 | 841 | 5.78 | 46.26 |
| 2016 | 55 | 810 | 3.01 | 44.26 |
| 2015 | 60 | 987 | 3.29 | 54.19 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
73.3
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
63.4
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
86.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
38.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
33
Public Assistance
$8.5M
Individual Assistance
$817K
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
16 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 33 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
26
Total Claims Paid
$409,094
Avg Claim Payout
$15,734
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
11
Federal Funding
$1,533,131
Properties Protected
131
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
4.40
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 7 | $123,825 |
| 91.5: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $59,978 |
| 206.1: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Private Structures | 1 | $268,709 |
| 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 1 | $5,400 |
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 1 | $1,075,219 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
McAlester has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are ice storm, wildfire, drought. The area has had 33 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (16 declarations). 26 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $8,461,085 in public assistance recovery funding. $816,585 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 11 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
41.0%
4.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.5%
2.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.9%
2.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.1%
2.5pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
38.5%
Arthritis
30.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
24.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.5%
Loneliness
33.9%
Lack of Support
26.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
41.8%
Mobility
19.9%
Cognitive
19.9%
Hearing
10.5%
Vision
7.9%
Self-Care
5.7%
Independent Living
11.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
McAlester has an obesity rate of 41.0%, which is 4.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.5%, 2.0pp above the national average. About 13.1% of adults lack health insurance. 77.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.1 mi
Mcalester Regional Health Cent...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mcalester Regional Health Center | 4.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Carl Albert Community Mental Health Center | 4.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Holdenville General Hospital | 34.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Hillcrest Hospital Henryetta | 36.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Coal County General Hospital, Inc. | 36.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
10
Pop. Served
28,783
Violations (5yr)
317
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| MCALESTER PWA | 18,206 | 53 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #7 (ARPELAR) | 2,040 | 38 |
| US ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT | 1,872 | 8 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #5 | 1,750 | 34 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #14 | 1,680 | 156 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #16 | 1,268 | 5 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #9 (MCALESTER) | 872 | 5 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #11 (KIOWA) | 790 | 4 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #6 (ALDERSON) | 300 | 13 |
| PITTSBURG CO. WATER AUTHORITY | 5 | 1 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
89.5K MT
Top Emitter
Scissortail Energy Cable Compressor Station McAlester, OK
52.7K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (10,000 - 25,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Scissortail Energy Cable Compressor Station McAlester, OK Kinder Morgan Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 52,684 |
Catcher Ranch Gas Plant Mplx Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 36,862 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 10 water systems serving the area. 317 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 89.5K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
81.1%
+3% vs national
Public Transit
0.2%
-78% vs national
Work From Home
7.7%
-17% vs national
Carpool
8.2%
Walk / Bike
2.6%
combined
How McAlester's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
4-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for McAlester, OK covers travel times and transportation modes. 81.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.7% work from home, which is above the OK state average of 5.7%. 8.2% of workers carpool. 2.3% walk to work. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
85.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
61.4%
of households
No Internet
12.3%
of households
Total Households
7,173
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
91.1%
of households
Smartphone
86.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
63.7%
of households
Tablet
52.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
12.2¢
per kWh
-36% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.9¢
per kWh
-42% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
5.8¢
per kWh
-51% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$132
residential
-10% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
28% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Oklahoma averages 12.2¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $132. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
McAlester vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
10
Population Served
28,783
Violations (5yr)
317
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCALESTER PWA | Community | Surface water | 18,206 | 53 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #7 (ARPELAR) | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,040 | 38 |
| US ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT | Community | Surface water | 1,872 | 8 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #5 | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,750 | 34 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #14 | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,680 | 156 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #16 | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,268 | 5 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #9 (MCALESTER) | Community | Purchased surface water | 872 | 5 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #11 (KIOWA) | Community | Purchased surface water | 790 | 4 |
| PITTSBURG CO. RWD #6 (ALDERSON) | Community | Purchased surface water | 300 | 13 |
| PITTSBURG CO. WATER AUTHORITY | Community | Surface water | 5 | 1 |
85.8% of households in McAlester have broadband internet access. 61.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 19.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 12.3% of households have no internet access. 18.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 10 water systems, providing water to 28,783 people. A total of 317 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. McAlester is located in Pittsburg County, OK. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in McAlester.
Election Overview
Source: Pittsburg County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
3,473
19.8%
GOP Votes
13,841
78.8%
Total Votes
17,572
Margin
R+59.0%
Shift from 2020
R+2.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3,473 | 13,841 | 17,572 | 19.8% | 78.8% | R+59.0 |
| 2020 | 3,768 | 13,851 | 17,924 | 21.0% | 77.3% | R+56.3 |
| 2016 | 3,704 | 12,740 | 17,250 | 21.5% | 73.9% | R+52.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Pittsburg County recorded 17,572 total votes. Republicans won the county with 78.8% of the vote compared to 19.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+59.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Pittsburg County has shifted 6.6 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
142
Total Assets
$113.5M
Total Income
$53.0M
Per 10K Residents
78.5
nonprofits
+11.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
14
Median Assets
$155K
Oldest Active
1928
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $103.6M of $113.5M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Largest Nonprofits in McAlester
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFMcAlester, OK has 142 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $113.5M. The most common category is Recreation & Sports, with 14 organizations. 14 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 78.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1928.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
173
Total Approved
$52.8M
Jobs Supported
1,696
Per 10K Residents
95.6
SBA loans
-7.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
35
Top Lender
The Bank National Association
46 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
158
Total Amount
$45.2M
Avg Loan
$286,089
Median Loan
$136,650
SBA Guaranteed
$33.8M(75%)
Jobs Supported
1,095
Loans
15
Total Amount
$7.6M
Avg Loan
$505,400
Median Loan
$305,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
27
16% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$13.7M
26% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$509,193
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Net Llc | 1 | $2.2M |
| Mark D Proctor | 3 | $1.5M |
| Get Holdings Llc | 1 | $1.5M |
| S3 Construction Llc | 1 | $1.5M |
| Team Petroleum Inc. | 3 | $1.4M |
| The Net Llc | 1 | $1.2M |
| Sd3 Llc | 1 | $1.2M |
| Great Balls of Fire, Llc | 1 | $1.2M |
| V8 Motors Llc | 1 | $1.2M |
| Eazy Stop Bait and Tackle Llc | 1 | $1.1M |
McAlester, OK has received 173 SBA loans totaling $52.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 158 loans (91% of the total), supporting 1,095 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 15 loans totaling $7.6M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in McAlester is The Bank National Association with 46 loans. That works out to 95.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
4
Total Population
31,077
Avg Median Income
$55,707
Avg Home Value
$149,100
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74501 | 28,687 | $55,430 | $156,500 | $907 | 550.7 |
| 74522 | 169 | $66,635 | $206,000 | N/A | 5.3 |
| 74554 | 1,822 | $46,389 | $96,400 | $832 | 2.9 |
| 74565 | 399 | $54,375 | $137,500 | $475 | 7.0 |
McAlester, OK has 4 ZIP codes with a combined population of 31,077. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $55,707. The average median home value is $149,100. The average median monthly rent is -$166,666,113.
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