Coal County is a county in south-central Oklahoma, positioned between the Oklahoma City metropolitan area to the north and the Red River region to the south. Created in 1907 from former Choctaw Nation lands at statehood, it takes its name from local coal deposits that shaped early settlement and rail-era development. Coal County is small in population, with a dispersed settlement pattern and a largely rural character. The landscape is a mix of wooded uplands and open pasture, reflecting its location near the Cross Timbers and adjacent prairie transitions. Agriculture and ranching remain central to land use, alongside local services and commuting to nearby employment centers. Communities are modest in size, with cultural ties reflecting southeastern Oklahoma and historic Choctaw influence in the region. The county seat is Coalgate, which serves as the primary administrative and civic center.
Coal County Local Demographic Profile
Coal County is a rural county in south-central Oklahoma, located between the Oklahoma City and Texarkana regions and anchored by the county seat of Coalgate. It is part of the state’s Cross Timbers-to-southern prairie transition area.
Population Size
According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Coal County, Oklahoma, Coal County had an estimated population of 5,433 (July 1, 2023).
The same source reports a 2020 Census population of 5,495.
Age & Gender
According to U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (Coal County):
- Age distribution (percent of population)
- Under 5 years: 4.6%
- Under 18 years: 20.0%
- 65 years and over: 20.5%
- Gender
- Female persons: 49.6%
- Male persons: 50.4% (computed as the remainder of the total)
Racial & Ethnic Composition
According to U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (Coal County) (2020–2023 profile measures):
- Race (percent)
- White alone: 69.7%
- Black or African American alone: 1.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native alone: 21.2%
- Asian alone: 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone: 0.0%
- Two or more races: 6.6%
- Ethnicity (percent)
- Hispanic or Latino (of any race): 3.4%
Household & Housing Data
According to U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (Coal County):
- Households (2019–2023): 2,182
- Owner-occupied housing unit rate (2019–2023): 71.8%
- Median value of owner-occupied housing units (2019–2023): $87,700
- Median gross rent (2019–2023): $649
- Persons per household (2019–2023): 2.45
- Housing units (2020): 2,789
For local government and planning resources, visit the Coal County official website.
Email Usage
Coal County is a sparsely populated, largely rural county in south-central Oklahoma, where longer last‑mile distances and terrain can constrain fixed broadband buildout and make residents more reliant on mobile connectivity for digital communication.
Direct county-level email usage statistics are not typically published; email adoption is therefore inferred from access proxies such as household broadband and device availability. The most consistent local indicators come from the U.S. Census Bureau (data.census.gov) American Community Survey tables on internet subscriptions and computer ownership, which report the share of households with broadband subscriptions and with a desktop/laptop/smartphone.
Age structure influences email adoption because older populations tend to have lower overall adoption of some digital services, while working-age adults typically maintain email for employment, healthcare, and government communication. Coal County’s age distribution can be referenced in Coal County demographic profiles.
Gender distribution is generally not a primary driver of email access at county scale; it is available as context in the same Census profiles.
Connectivity limitations are reflected in rural broadband availability and provider coverage, documented through the FCC National Broadband Map.
Mobile Phone Usage
Coal County is in south-central Oklahoma within the Cross Timbers/transition zone between the eastern woodlands and the central plains. It is predominantly rural with small towns (notably Coalgate as the county seat), a dispersed settlement pattern, and low population density relative to Oklahoma’s metropolitan counties. These characteristics typically increase the cost per mile of building and maintaining cellular and backhaul infrastructure, and they can contribute to coverage gaps and variable in-building signal strength, especially outside town centers and along less-traveled roads. General county context and population totals are available from Census.gov (via county profiles and ACS tables) and local government information sources.
Key distinction: network availability vs. household adoption
- Network availability refers to where mobile providers report service (coverage footprints for 4G LTE and 5G) and the presence of infrastructure that can deliver mobile broadband.
- Household adoption refers to whether residents actually subscribe to and use mobile service, including whether households rely on mobile service as their only internet connection or combine it with fixed broadband.
County-level “availability” and “adoption” are measured differently, collected by different agencies, and are not always reported at the same geographic resolution.
Mobile penetration and access indicators (county-level where available)
Mobile subscription indicators (limitations at county level)
Public, consistently updated measures of cellular subscription rates at the county level are limited. National and state surveys often provide mobile and smartphone adoption at the state or national level rather than for individual rural counties. For Oklahoma-level indicators on internet access and device use, the most common public sources are:
- The U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) tables on computer and internet access, published via data.census.gov. These tables can show:
- Households with internet subscriptions and the type (including cellular data plans in some ACS breakdowns).
- Households with computers (desktop/laptop/tablet), which provides indirect context for device mix and potential reliance on phones.
Limitation: ACS internet-subscription detail is sometimes available only for certain geographies or multi-year estimates, and it does not directly measure smartphone ownership as a standalone metric at the county level in the way many telecom reports do.
“Mobile-only” connectivity context
Where fixed broadband options are limited or expensive, rural households can rely more heavily on mobile broadband (cellular data plans, hotspots). County-level “mobile-only” reliance can sometimes be inferred from ACS subscription-type tables on data.census.gov, but the precision may be constrained by sampling variability in small counties.
Mobile internet availability and usage patterns (4G/5G)
Reported 4G LTE and 5G availability (availability, not adoption)
The primary public, map-based source for provider-reported mobile broadband coverage is the FCC’s Broadband Data Collection (BDC):
- The FCC’s broadband maps and methodology are available through the FCC National Broadband Map.
This resource shows:
- 4G LTE and 5G availability as reported by providers.
- Coverage by technology, provider, and advertised performance parameters.
- A view that can be evaluated at multiple levels, including county summaries and map tiles.
Important limitation: FCC mobile availability reflects provider-reported coverage modeling, not guaranteed service at every point. Real-world performance can vary with terrain, tower density, device bands, network congestion, and in-building attenuation.
Typical rural pattern: 4G as the baseline, 5G concentrated near towns/roads
In rural Oklahoma counties, provider deployments commonly show:
- 4G LTE as the most geographically extensive layer.
- 5G more likely to appear in and around population centers, along major routes, and where backhaul and tower upgrades have occurred.
Coal County’s rural geography and low density generally align with this pattern, but the authoritative view of where 5G is reported is the FCC BDC map rather than a county narrative claim. Provider coverage maps can also be consulted for brand-specific depictions, but they are not standardized across carriers and are not equivalent to the FCC’s reporting framework.
Common device types (smartphones vs. other devices)
What is measurable publicly at county level
Direct county-level statistics on smartphone ownership are not consistently published in a single official dataset. The most accessible proxy indicators come from ACS “computer and internet use” tables on data.census.gov, which can indicate:
- The share of households with desktop/laptop/tablet computers.
- The share of households with internet subscriptions, including categories that can include cellular data plans.
These measures do not enumerate smartphones directly, but they help distinguish areas where internet access is more likely to be:
- Phone-centric (cellular plans, limited computer ownership), versus
- Multi-device (computers plus fixed broadband).
Typical device mix in rural counties (general evidence limitations)
National research consistently shows smartphones are widely used across the U.S., including rural areas, but rural households more often face constraints in speed and choice of providers. County-specific device mix in Coal County should be treated as not directly measured unless derived from ACS device tables (computers/tablets) and subscription type tables (cellular vs. other).
Demographic and geographic factors influencing mobile usage and connectivity
Rural settlement pattern and infrastructure economics
- Low population density increases the per-subscriber cost of towers, fiber backhaul, and ongoing maintenance, often resulting in fewer sites and larger cell areas. Larger cells can reduce capacity and indoor signal reliability.
- Distance from regional hubs can limit competitive overlap between carriers and can slow upgrades that require backhaul expansion.
These are structural factors commonly associated with rural connectivity outcomes and align with how rural counties in Oklahoma are characterized in statewide broadband planning materials.
Terrain, vegetation, and land use
Coal County’s mix of rolling terrain and vegetative cover typical of south-central Oklahoma can affect:
- Line-of-sight propagation (especially for higher-frequency 5G layers).
- In-building penetration, particularly in metal-roof structures and in areas farther from towers.
Public coverage maps do not directly model indoor coverage quality for every structure; they reflect outdoor/drive coverage assumptions embedded in provider submissions.
Income, age structure, and affordability pressures
Demographic factors frequently tied to differences in broadband adoption include income, age distribution, and educational attainment. For Coal County, these characteristics can be referenced using:
- County demographic profiles and ACS estimates on data.census.gov.
Clear limitation: While these variables are associated with adoption differences in broad research literature, county-level causation cannot be established from public summary tables alone. The appropriate use is descriptive: demographics provide context for potential affordability and digital-skills constraints that influence adoption.
County-level sources for planning context and documented limitations
- FCC availability data (mobile and fixed): FCC National Broadband Map (coverage availability; not a measure of subscriptions).
- Household internet subscription and device proxies: data.census.gov (ACS tables; adoption/household-reported subscriptions; sampling limitations in small geographies).
- State broadband planning and programs: Oklahoma Broadband Office (statewide plans, challenge processes, and program documentation; not typically a direct measure of county smartphone ownership).
Summary: what can be stated definitively for Coal County
- Coal County’s rural character and low density are structural factors that commonly correlate with less uniform mobile coverage and fewer redundant network layers compared with urban counties.
- Network availability (4G/5G footprints) is best documented through provider-reported FCC BDC data on the FCC National Broadband Map.
- Household adoption (internet subscription types and non-phone device ownership) is most consistently documented through ACS tables on data.census.gov, with the important limitation that ACS is survey-based and may have wider uncertainty for small counties.
- County-specific claims about smartphone penetration and mobile usage behavior (time spent, app usage, reliance on 5G vs. LTE in practice) are generally not available as official county-level statistics in public federal datasets; available sources primarily support coverage availability and household subscription/device proxies.
Social Media Trends
Coal County is a sparsely populated county in south‑central Oklahoma, with Coalgate as the county seat and a predominantly rural settlement pattern. Local economic activity is shaped by government services, agriculture/ranching, and commuting to nearby micropolitan centers. Rural broadband availability and smartphone reliance are relevant contextual factors that tend to shape social media access and usage intensity compared with urban counties in Oklahoma.
User statistics (penetration and active use)
- County-specific social media penetration: Publicly comparable, survey-grade estimates for Coal County alone are generally not published by major research organizations because of small sample sizes at the county level.
- State and national benchmarks used as proxies for Coal County context:
- U.S. adults using social media: ~69% report using social media (Pew Research Center, 2023). See Pew’s “Social Media Fact Sheet” (Pew Research Center social media fact sheet).
- Smartphone access (important in rural areas): ~85% of U.S. adults report owning a smartphone (Pew Research Center). See Pew’s “Mobile Fact Sheet” (Pew Research Center mobile fact sheet).
- Connectivity constraint relevant to rural counties: Broadband access gaps persist in rural regions; federal reporting provides geographic context for availability. See FCC broadband data and maps (FCC National Broadband Map).
Age group trends
- Social media use is highest among younger adults and declines with age, a pattern expected to hold in rural Oklahoma counties:
- Ages 18–29: ~84% use social media
- Ages 30–49: ~81%
- Ages 50–64: ~73%
- Ages 65+: ~45%
Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
- Rural counties with older age structures often show lower overall penetration but high usage among working-age adults, with Facebook and YouTube typically acting as “default” platforms for community information and entertainment.
Gender breakdown
- Overall, U.S. adult social media usage is similar by gender, with platform-level differences more pronounced than total usage (Pew).
- Women tend to over-index on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest.
- Men tend to over-index on YouTube, Reddit, and some messaging/creator platforms.
Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
Most-used platforms (percent of U.S. adults)
County-level platform shares are not reliably published, so nationally measured platform use is the most defensible quantitative reference point for Coal County context:
- YouTube: ~83%
- Facebook: ~68%
- Instagram: ~47%
- Pinterest: ~35%
- TikTok: ~33%
- LinkedIn: ~30%
- WhatsApp: ~29%
- Snapchat: ~27%
- X (formerly Twitter): ~22%
- Reddit: ~22%
Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
Behavioral trends (engagement patterns and preferences)
- Platform role separation: YouTube is commonly used for long-form entertainment and how-to content, while Facebook is commonly used for local news, community groups, school/sports updates, and buy/sell activity, especially in rural communities.
- High reliance on mobile: Rural users more often depend on smartphones for social access due to variable fixed broadband, aligning with national patterns in which mobile devices are primary access points. Source context: Pew Research Center mobile fact sheet.
- Age-driven engagement differences:
- Younger adults tend to concentrate time on Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, with higher rates of short-form video engagement.
- Older adults tend to concentrate on Facebook and YouTube, with more emphasis on passive consumption and community updates.
Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
- Local information ecosystems: In rural counties, social feeds often substitute for local media reach; Facebook groups/pages and local government/school posts can function as primary channels for announcements and event visibility, increasing engagement around weather alerts, school schedules, and community events.
Family & Associates Records
Coal County family-related records are primarily maintained at the state level in Oklahoma. Birth and death records (vital records) are filed with the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH), with certified copies issued through the OSDH Vital Records Service and its county partners; Coal County residents commonly use statewide systems rather than county registries. Adoption records are generally sealed and administered through Oklahoma courts and state agencies, with limited public access.
Public databases relevant to family and associate research include Coal County court case indexes and docket information through Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN), which can reflect probate, guardianship, marriage-related filings, and other civil matters. Property ownership, liens, and recorded instruments (often used to identify family or associates) are maintained by the County Clerk/land records office and may be accessible via the Oklahoma County Records (Coal County) portal.
In-person access is available at the Coal County Courthouse / county offices for recorded documents and many local administrative records. State-issued vital records are requested through OSDH Vital Records.
Privacy restrictions commonly apply to birth certificates, adoption files, and certain court matters involving minors or protected parties; certified copies typically require identity verification and eligibility under state rules.
Marriage & Divorce Records
Types of records available in Coal County, Oklahoma
- Marriage records (licenses/certificates): County-level records created when a marriage license is issued and returned after the ceremony. Oklahoma counties maintain these as part of the Marriage License Record.
- Divorce records (decrees/judgments): Court records created when a district court grants a divorce, typically including a Final Decree of Divorce or Journal Entry of Judgment.
- Annulment records (decrees/orders): Court records created when a district court grants an annulment, commonly recorded as a Decree/Order of Annulment.
Where records are filed and how they can be accessed
- Marriage licenses
- Filed/maintained by: Coal County Court Clerk (marriage license desk/records).
- Access:
- In-person requests through the Coal County Court Clerk’s office (search by names and approximate date; certified copies typically available for eligible requesters under court clerk procedures).
- State-level indexes and copies for marriages are also commonly obtainable through the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH), Vital Records for eligible years as governed by state vital records rules (marriage records are treated as vital records at the state level).
- Divorce and annulment decrees
- Filed/maintained by: Coal County District Court, with records held by the Coal County Court Clerk as clerk of the district court.
- Access:
- In-person records search and copy requests through the Coal County Court Clerk’s office; certified copies of filed decrees are typically available.
- Many Oklahoma district court case docket entries can be searched through the Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN), which often provides docket information and may include some filed documents depending on case type and redaction rules: https://oscn.net.
- OSDH Vital Records issues divorce certificates (a vital record summary), which are distinct from a court-filed decree and generally contain limited information compared with the full court record.
Typical information included in these records
Marriage license/record
- Full names of both parties (including maiden name where applicable)
- Date and place (county) of license issuance
- Date and place of marriage ceremony (as returned by officiant)
- Officiant’s name/title and certification/return
- Ages or dates of birth (varies by period), residence addresses (varies), and witnesses (where recorded)
- File/book/page or instrument numbers used by the clerk for indexing
Divorce decree (district court)
- Case caption (names of parties), case number, and filing county
- Date of decree and judicial findings/orders granting divorce
- Terms regarding property division, debt allocation, name restoration, and other relief
- Orders concerning minor children (custody, visitation, child support) and spousal support, where applicable
- Signatures of the judge and filing stamp by the court clerk
Annulment decree/order (district court)
- Case caption, case number, and filing county
- Findings supporting annulment under Oklahoma law and the order declaring the marriage void/voidable as applicable
- Any related orders (property, support, child-related provisions when applicable)
- Judge’s signature and clerk filing information
Privacy and legal restrictions
Marriage records
- Generally treated as public records at the county level in Oklahoma, but certified copies are issued under clerk and state vital records procedures.
- State vital records rules can limit access to certain certified vital records formats and may require identity verification; informational (non-certified) copies are often handled under agency policy and state law.
Divorce and annulment court records
- Court case files are generally public unless sealed by court order or restricted by law.
- Certain information may be redacted or access-limited, particularly where it involves minors, confidential identifiers, or protected information under court rules and Oklahoma law.
- OSCN online access may exclude documents or display redacted versions; the court clerk record remains the official file.
Identity and sensitive information
- Requests for certified copies and any access to nonpublic components commonly require compliance with Oklahoma statutes, court rules, and agency policies governing confidentiality, sealing, and redaction.
Education, Employment and Housing
Coal County is a sparsely populated county in south‑central Oklahoma along the Canadian River, with small towns (including Coalgate, Lehigh, and Tupelo) and a predominantly rural settlement pattern. The county’s community context is shaped by long driving distances to services, a relatively small local labor market, and an older housing stock typical of rural Oklahoma.
Education Indicators
Public schools (count and names)
Coal County is primarily served by a small number of district-operated public schools centered on the county’s main towns. A commonly cited district set includes:
- Coalgate Public Schools (Coalgate)
- Lehigh Public Schools (Lehigh)
- Tupelo Public Schools (Tupelo)
A consolidated, official directory of Oklahoma public schools by district is maintained by the Oklahoma State Department of Education via its public resources and district listings (for the most authoritative, current district roster): Oklahoma State Department of Education.
Note: Publicly accessible school-by-school name lists can change with reorganizations; the above reflects the commonly referenced districts serving the county.
Student–teacher ratios and graduation rates
- County-specific student–teacher ratios and cohort graduation rates are not consistently published as a single “Coal County” profile across all districts in one place. The best available proxy is district-level reporting through Oklahoma education reporting systems (district report cards and accountability reporting).
- Oklahoma publishes graduation and accountability metrics through OSDE reporting. District report cards and accountability detail are typically accessed via OSDE’s reporting portals and published materials: OSDE reporting and accountability resources.
Proxy note: In rural Oklahoma districts, student–teacher ratios often appear lower than metro districts due to small enrollment, but values should be taken from district report cards for the most recent year.
Adult educational attainment
The most consistently comparable adult attainment measures are provided through the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS). County-level attainment for adults (25+) typically includes:
- Share with high school diploma or equivalent
- Share with bachelor’s degree or higher
The authoritative source for Coal County’s current estimates is ACS tables accessible through the Census Bureau’s tools (county profile and detailed tables): U.S. Census Bureau data (data.census.gov).
Data availability note: The “most recent” ACS one‑year estimates are often unavailable for very small counties; five‑year ACS estimates are commonly used as the standard proxy for rural counties.
Notable programs (STEM, vocational training, AP)
- Coal County districts commonly emphasize career and technical education (CTE) pathways through regional technology center participation (a standard structure across Oklahoma for vocational and skills training).
- Advanced Placement (AP) and concurrent enrollment availability varies by high school size; rural schools may offer fewer AP course sections but may use distance learning or concurrent enrollment partnerships.
Oklahoma’s statewide CTE structure is organized through the CareerTech system, which provides vocational program frameworks and regional delivery: Oklahoma CareerTech.
Program specificity note: School-level program catalogs (AP course lists, STEM academies, credential pathways) are typically documented on district sites and in district course handbooks rather than in a single countywide dataset.
School safety measures and counseling resources
- Oklahoma public schools operate under state requirements and district policies that commonly include visitor management procedures, emergency operations plans, school resource officer (SRO) or law-enforcement coordination (varies by district), and threat assessment practices.
- Student support commonly includes school counseling (academic and social-emotional), with referrals to community or regional providers as needed; in rural areas, counseling capacity is often limited relative to metro districts.
State-level guidance and policy context is published by OSDE (including school safety and student support frameworks): OSDE guidance and resources.
Local variability note: The presence of SROs, security vestibules, and on-site mental health staffing levels is district-specific.
Employment and Economic Conditions
Unemployment rate (most recent available)
The most authoritative unemployment estimates at the county level are produced by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (LAUS program) and commonly disseminated via state labor market portals. Coal County’s latest annual average unemployment rate and recent monthly/annual series are available through:
- BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS)
- Oklahoma Employment Security Commission labor market information
Data note: A precise percentage is not provided here because the “most recent year available” depends on the release date and annual averaging; the sources above provide the current published rate for Coal County.
Major industries and employment sectors
Coal County’s employment base is typical of rural south‑central Oklahoma, with notable presence of:
- Public administration and education (local government and school districts)
- Health care and social assistance (clinics, long-term care, support services)
- Retail trade and accommodation/food services (small-town service economy)
- Construction and transportation (regional contracting and logistics)
- Agriculture and related services (smaller share of wage jobs but important to land use and self-employment)
County industry distribution estimates are available through ACS “industry by occupation/employment” tables and related profiles on: data.census.gov.
Common occupations and workforce breakdown
Common occupational groupings in rural counties like Coal include:
- Management, business, and financial occupations
- Service occupations (food service, building/grounds, personal care)
- Sales and office occupations
- Construction, extraction, and maintenance
- Production and transportation/material moving
- Education, legal, community service, arts, and media
- Healthcare practitioners and support
The county’s occupational breakdown and commuting characteristics are available in ACS “occupation” and “journey to work” tables via: U.S. Census Bureau ACS tables.
Commuting patterns and mean commute times
- Coal County residents often commute along regional corridors to larger employment centers in surrounding counties, reflecting limited in-county job density.
- Mean travel time to work for Coal County is best taken from ACS “mean travel time to work” metrics (county-level). The most current published estimate is accessible through ACS commuting tables at: data.census.gov (commuting tables).
Proxy note: Rural counties in Oklahoma commonly show commute times in the ~20–30 minute range, with substantial shares driving alone, but Coal County’s specific mean should be taken from the ACS table for the latest period.
Local employment vs. out-of-county work
- Out‑commuting is a common pattern in Coal County due to a small number of large employers within the county.
- The share of workers working within the county versus commuting out is available via ACS “county-to-county commuting” style tables and “place of work” indicators (where available) and through U.S. Census commuting datasets. Primary access point for these county measures is: data.census.gov.
Data availability note: Some detailed origin–destination commuting products are not updated annually at the same cadence as ACS summary tables.
Housing and Real Estate
Homeownership rate and rental share
Coal County’s tenure split (owner-occupied vs renter-occupied) is reported in ACS housing tables. The most current county estimate is available at: ACS housing tenure (Coal County).
General context: Rural Oklahoma counties typically have higher homeownership rates than large metros, with many owner-occupied single-family homes on larger lots.
Median property values and recent trends
- Median home value and the distribution of home values are reported through ACS (median value of owner-occupied housing units).
- Trend interpretation should use multi-year comparisons because small counties can show volatility in annual estimates; five-year ACS is the standard proxy trend series for rural counties.
Coal County value metrics are available via: ACS median home value tables.
Proxy note: Coal County typically tracks lower median values than Oklahoma’s largest metro counties due to rural demand patterns and housing age, but the county-specific median must be taken from the ACS release.
Typical rent prices
- Median gross rent is reported through ACS, including rent as a share of household income.
Coal County rent metrics are available at: ACS gross rent tables.
Market structure note: Rental inventory is often limited and scattered, with fewer large apartment complexes and more single-family rentals or small multi-unit properties.
Types of housing
Coal County’s housing stock is predominantly:
- Single-family detached homes (many on rural lots)
- Manufactured homes/mobile homes (a significant rural housing component in many parts of Oklahoma)
- Small multifamily buildings concentrated in town centers, with limited large apartment development
Housing unit type distributions are reported in ACS “units in structure” tables: ACS units-in-structure tables.
Neighborhood characteristics (proximity to schools or amenities)
- The most walkable amenities (schools, post office, local retail, county services) are typically concentrated in Coalgate and smaller town centers; outside these areas, residents rely heavily on driving for services.
- Housing near schools is primarily located in or near town limits; rural properties generally involve longer travel times to schools, groceries, and healthcare.
Proxy note: Coal County does not have a dense neighborhood typology typical of large cities; the practical “neighborhood” distinction is commonly “in-town” versus “rural.”
Property tax overview (average rate and typical homeowner cost)
- Oklahoma property taxes are levied at the county level through assessed value and millage rates that vary by school district and other taxing jurisdictions.
- Effective tax burdens are often summarized as a percentage of home value and as median annual property tax paid; these are available through ACS “selected monthly owner costs” and “property taxes” tables.
Coal County property tax payment estimates (median/typical taxes paid) can be accessed via: ACS property tax and owner cost tables.
Data note: A single “average rate” is not uniform within the county because millage differs by school district and overlapping jurisdictions; homeowner costs therefore vary by location within Coal County.
Table of Contents
Other Counties in Oklahoma
- Adair
- Alfalfa
- Atoka
- Beaver
- Beckham
- Blaine
- Bryan
- Caddo
- Canadian
- Carter
- Cherokee
- Choctaw
- Cimarron
- Cleveland
- Comanche
- Cotton
- Craig
- Creek
- Custer
- Delaware
- Dewey
- Ellis
- Garfield
- Garvin
- Grady
- Grant
- Greer
- Harmon
- Harper
- Haskell
- Hughes
- Jackson
- Jefferson
- Johnston
- Kay
- Kingfisher
- Kiowa
- Latimer
- Le Flore
- Lincoln
- Logan
- Love
- Major
- Marshall
- Mayes
- Mcclain
- Mccurtain
- Mcintosh
- Murray
- Muskogee
- Noble
- Nowata
- Okfuskee
- Oklahoma
- Okmulgee
- Osage
- Ottawa
- Pawnee
- Payne
- Pittsburg
- Pontotoc
- Pottawatomie
- Pushmataha
- Roger Mills
- Rogers
- Seminole
- Sequoyah
- Stephens
- Texas
- Tillman
- Tulsa
- Wagoner
- Washington
- Washita
- Woods
- Woodward