Demographics in Poteau, OK

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Poteau?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

8,903

Male

4,389

49.3%

Female

4,514

50.7%

Median Age

34.8

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

70.9%

Black

1.5%

Hispanic

15.2%

Asian

0.3%

Two or More

10.6%

Other

6.9%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

9.8%

High School or Higher

32.7%

Foreign Born

8.8%

Veterans

5.8%

Married

30.9%

Avg Household Size

2.7

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Poteau, OK has a population of 8,903 with a median age of 34.8. The racial makeup is 70.9% White, 15.2% Hispanic, 1.5% Black. About 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 8.8%.