| City: | Dewar, Oklahoma |
| County: | Okmulgee County |
| Timezone: | Central (GMT -06:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:23:39 AM |
| Population: | 886 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 539 / 918 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 35.4625, -95.9360 |
| Land Area: | 4.397 sq mi |
| Quick Link: |
Dewar is a small rural town in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma, where PO Boxes aren't just convenient. They're the only option. This is a PO Box Only Zone, meaning there's no alternative mail delivery across the 0.07 square mile town. The post office maintains 298 PO Boxes for 321 households, a 93% adoption rate that shows near-universal reliance on PO Box service.
With 886 residents, Dewar has a diverse population: 61% white, 21% Native American, and 16% identifying as two or more races. The median age is 41.1 years. Most residents own their homes (83% homeownership rate), with a median value of $85,200.
While classified as a PO Box ZIP, Dewar does have limited rural carrier delivery. Two rural routes serve some addresses on streets like N Broadway (the main route through town), E 5th St, and W Division St. The numbered grid pattern shows this was an established town, but most mail still goes to PO Boxes.
Dewar's economy is modest. Median household income is $58,000. The community has 9 business establishments employing 34 people. Many residents commute for work: 19% in transportation and warehousing, and 29% in public administration or education and health care. Interestingly, 26% work from home, well above typical rates for rural Oklahoma.
The town is compact at just 0.07 square miles. This isn't a vast rural territory. It's a small incorporated place where the post office serves as the central mail hub for nearly every household.
All mail should be addressed using PO Box format:
Recipient Name
PO Box [Number]
Dewar, OK 74431Street names like Broadway, 5th St, and Division St show traditional small town layout with numbered grid.
ZIP Code 74431 has 886 residents and 321 households (average 2.76 persons per household). The median age is 41.1 years, older than the state (37.3) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.8% male and 51.2% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.5%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (61.1%, slightly lower than the state average of 63.5%) and American Indian & Alaska Native (21.3%, much higher than the state average of 8.4% and well above the national average of 1.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.3%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and American Indian & Alaska Native share is much higher than both the state (8.4%) and national averages (1.1%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 886Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 895Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 201.5 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $64,821Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 321Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $92,500Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.76Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.28Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 1,137 | 1,010 | 970 | 967 | 920 | 925 | 922 | 889 | 921 | 851 | 920 | 894 | 869 | 895 |
| Decennial Census | 918 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 886 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 41.1
Male Median Age: 37
Female Median Age: 43.5
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 27 | 34 | 45 | 37 | 27 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 18 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 29 | 21 | 27 | 10 | 14 | 11 |
| Female | 14 | 35 | 39 | 31 | 17 | 17 | 32 | 25 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 35 | 31 | 34 | 28 | 16 | 21 | 13 |
| Total | 41 | 69 | 84 | 68 | 44 | 37 | 51 | 46 | 39 | 44 | 47 | 61 | 60 | 55 | 55 | 26 | 35 | 24 |
| White: | 541 | 70.44% |
| Black: | 9 | 1.17% |
| Hispanic:* | 20 | 2.60% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 189 | 24.61% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 9 | 1.17% |
| Total: | 768 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 432 | 48.76% | 37.0 years |
| Females: | 454 | 51.24% | 43.5 years |
| Total: | 886 | 100% | 41.1 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 888 | 99.22% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 2 | 0.22% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 2 | 0.22% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 3 | 0.56% |
| Total Population: | 895 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 890 | 99.44% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 5 | 0.56% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $64,821, which is far less than the national median ($80,734), is up $25,297 (64.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $26,238. Family households earn a median of $88,438 versus $30,417 for nonfamily households (a difference of $58,021). By gender, male median income is $58,958 and female is $42,083, which is far less than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $16,875 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 53.9%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 11.4%, which is markedly higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (31.0%).
Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $39,524 | $38,150 | $37,159 | $35,417 | $41,875 | $37,969 | $37,500 | $38,487 | $38,583 | $41,500 | $53,000 | $59,583 | $58,000 | $64,821 |
| Median Family Income | $40,875 | $39,355 | $38,491 | $40,795 | $45,750 | $40,000 | $39,539 | $43,125 | $44,792 | $69,375 | $80,750 | $85,714 | $86,406 | $88,438 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $20,938 | $16,875 | $26,667 | $27,708 | $18,125 | $22,000 | $30,250 | $28,125 | $21,346 | $23,393 | $24,531 | $27,292 | $30,179 | $30,417 |
| Median Male Income | $43,456 | $34,375 | $31,550 | $31,012 | $31,250 | $27,333 | $36,250 | $36,875 | $36,250 | $41,250 | $43,125 | $43,594 | $57,500 | $58,958 |
| Median Female Income | $27,589 | $23,295 | $25,000 | $26,406 | $24,485 | $25,179 | $24,205 | $28,571 | $27,250 | $27,500 | $28,750 | $32,917 | $38,214 | $42,083 |
| Employed: | 319 | 47.75% |
| Unemployed: | 41 | 6.14% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 308 | 46.11% |
| Total: | 668 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 62 | 19.44% |
| Service: | 75 | 23.51% |
| Sales and Office: | 99 | 31.03% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 35 | 10.97% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 48 | 15.05% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 319 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $92,500, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $43,400 (88.39%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $29,900. The median gross rent is $843, which is much lower than the national median ($1,413), is up $197 (30.50%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $153. Of occupied housing, owners make up 82.78% (57.30% with a mortgage, 42.70% free-and-clear) and renters 17.22% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.43%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.12%).
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $49,100 | $46,500 | $55,000 | $60,300 | $52,600 | $56,800 | $61,300 | $63,600 | $62,600 | $69,500 | $74,200 | $83,200 | $85,200 | $92,500 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 24 | 42.11% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 12 | 21.05% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 21 | 36.84% |
| Total: | 57 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $646 | $660 | $636 | $641 | $640 | $633 | $669 | $706 | $690 | $688 | $716 | $756 | $788 | $843 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 157 | 47.43% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 117 | 35.35% |
| Renter Occupied: | 57 | 17.22% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 331 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 331 | 87.57% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 47 | 12.43% |
| Total Housing Units: | 378 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 255 | 67.46% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 123 | 32.54% |
| Total Housing Units: | 378 | 100% |
In 2024, 7.50% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 88.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 11.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 55.20%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 7.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 0.70 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 11.30 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (55.61%). College enrollment is 7.62%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.
Explore More:Educational AttainmentHealth InsurancePoverty Over TimeSchool Enrollment
| Less than 9th grade: | 21 | 3.68% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 44 | 7.72% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 265 | 46.49% |
| Some college, no degree: | 126 | 22.11% |
| Associate's degree: | 71 | 12.46% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 37 | 6.49% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 6 | 1.05% |
| Total: | 570 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 505 | 88.60% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 43 | 7.54% |
| Private Insurance: | 495 | 45.21% |
| Public Insurance: | 494 | 45.11% |
| No Insurance: | 106 | 9.68% |
| Total: | 1,095 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 989 | 90.32% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 10.1% | 9.2% | 12.0% | 12.4% | 14.2% | 18.2% | 19.7% | 20.8% | 20.7% | 15.5% | 13.7% | 12.1% | 9.4% | 7.8% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 7 | 3.14% |
| Kindergarten: | 10 | 4.48% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 124 | 55.61% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 65 | 29.15% |
| College or graduate school: | 17 | 7.62% |
| Total: | 223 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 17 | 7.62% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 199 | 89.24% |
ZIP Code 74431 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 7 business establishments, employing about 39 people with an annual payroll of $720,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 315Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 7Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $173,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $720,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 39Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 74431 is located in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma, within the Tulsa, OK Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 46140) and Oklahoma's 2nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 937,478 people, about 0.09% of whom live in ZIP Code 74431. It covers 4.397 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.035 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Tulsa, OKSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 46140Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 937,478Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 4.397 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.035 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 02Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 20995.35 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 4020500Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Dewar town; OklahomaSource: Census |
ZIP Code 74431 is in the Dewar Public Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 3 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.