ZIP Code 74724 in Bethel, OK

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Bethel, Oklahoma
County:Mccurtain County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:6:54:41 PM
Population:191 [See All]
Area Code:580
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:34.3701, -94.8091
Land Area:26.342 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 74724 has 191 residents and 75 households (average 2.55 persons per household). The median age is 47.1 years, significantly older than the state (37.3) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.6% male and 52.4% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.5%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (62.3%, slightly lower than the state average of 63.5%) and American Indian & Alaska Native (25.1%, much higher than the state average of 8.4% and well above the national average of 1.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.5%, 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%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:191Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:111Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:12Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:7.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$59,500Source: Census ACS
Households:75Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$110,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.55Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.26Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--371456504404401449427399353338195128111
Decennial Census377------------------191------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 47.1

Male Median Age: 44.8

Female Median Age: 47.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male210112772149110860920
Female10166131615735499824
Total122617310882916145121591744
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:11970.83%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*10.60%
Asian:00%
American Indian:4828.57%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:00%
Total:168100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:9147.64%44.8 years
Females:10052.36%47.3 years
Total:191100%47.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:111100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:111100%
Total Native Population:111100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $59,500, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $22,147 (59.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $22,000. Family households earn a median of $66,250 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $66,250). By gender, male median income is $58,958 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($43,749), with a current gap of $58,958 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 56.7%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (54.9%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$37,353$36,250$35,000$37,596$33,750$24,531$35,893$37,292$37,500$38,750$51,667$57,292$59,500
Median Family Income$46,500$42,250$39,911$39,808$38,281$36,250$37,000$39,286$36,964$38,750$58,750$64,583$66,250
Median NonFamily Income$14,750$13,500$14,375$10,625$9,792$9,750$0$0$41,250$38,750$0$0$0
Median Male Income$40,694$41,750$42,656$43,333$0$0$35,000$38,750$26,000$40,500$42,083$45,833$58,958
Median Female Income$30,625$26,563$26,591$30,833$0$28,438$29,063$26,250$27,143$0$38,750$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:5156.67%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:3943.33%
Total:90100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:2854.90%
Service:815.69%
Sales and Office:00.00%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1529.41%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:51100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $110,200, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $58,000 (111.11%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $57,000. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($980), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$52,200$57,500$54,700$61,300$62,500$58,100$55,500$55,400$53,200$63,300$77,500$105,400$110,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:114.29%
$500 to $999:00.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:342.86%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:342.86%
Total:7100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):715.91%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3068.18%
Renter Occupied:715.91%
Total Occupied Housing Units:44100%

Occupied Housing Units:4457.14%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):3342.86%
Total Housing Units:77100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:6787.01%
Multi-Family Units:11.30%
Other Units:911.69%
Total Housing Units:77100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 34.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (27.80%). High school or higher is 95.60%, which is markedly above the state rate (89.10%). The uninsured rate is 27.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is on par with the state rate (11.10%), down 15.30 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 26.00 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (38.46%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:44.44%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):2527.78%
Some college, no degree:1820.00%
Associate's degree:1213.33%
Bachelor's degree:2932.22%
Graduate or professional degree:22.22%
Total:90100%
High school or higher:8695.56%
Bachelor's degree or higher:3134.44%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:5946.83%
Public Insurance:3729.37%
No Insurance:3023.81%
Total:126100%
Has Health Insurance:9676.19%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty15.3%22.6%22.8%16.7%16.5%23.9%17.6%18.9%26.0%17.1%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:323.08%
Kindergarten:323.08%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):538.46%
High school (grades 9-12):215.38%
College or graduate school:00.00%
Total:13100%
Early Childhood:646.15%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1076.92%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


Business demographic information for ZIP Code 74724 is not available at this time. USPS data shows 5 residential mailboxes and 1 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:5Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:112Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:5Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 74724 is located in Mccurtain County, Oklahoma, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Oklahoma's 2nd Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 74724. It covers 26.342 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.024 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:26.342 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.024 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:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


74726 | | 74723

Schools in ZIP Code 74724


We could not locate which school district 74724 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Battiest Es 5685 U A Battiest Pickens Rd
Broken Bow, OK 74728
District: Battiest Public SchoolsNearby
Battiest Hs 5685 U A Battiest Pickens Rd
Broken Bow, OK 74728
District: Battiest Public SchoolsNearby
Smithville Es 339 Main St
Smithville, OK 74957
District: Smithville Public SchoolsNearby
Smithville Ms 339 Main St
Smithville, OK 74957
District: Smithville Public SchoolsNearby
Smithville Hs 339 Main St
Smithville, OK 74957
District: Smithville Public SchoolsNearby
Goodland Academy 1216 N 4200 Rd
Hugo, OK 74743
District: Private SchoolNearby
Mcalester Christian Academy 1700 S Main St
Mcalester, OK 74501
District: Private SchoolNearby
Victory Life Academy 3412 W University Blvd
Durant, OK 74701
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 74724


Totally Cosmo School Of Modern Cosmetology 110 N Broadway
Broken Bow, OK 74728
Type: Post Secondary
Cossatot Community College Of The University Of Arkansas 183 College Drive
De Queen, AR 71832
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain 1100 College Dr
Mena, AR 71953
Type: Post Secondary
Carl Albert State College 1507 S Mckenna
Poteau, OK 74953-5208
Type: Post Secondary
Eastern Oklahoma State College 1301 W Main St
Wilburton, OK 74578-4999
Type: Post Secondary
Paris Junior College 2400 Clarksville St
Paris, TX 75460
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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