1st Advantage MortgageAbout 78% of Haskell County homes are owner-occupied, and the median household income is $49,806. Your income, debts and credit decide what you qualify for. Get offers in writing, compare the total repaid, and never pay a fee up front.
On this page
- Haskell County at a glance
- What Haskell County households earn
- The Haskell County job picture
- Haskell County housing compared with Oklahoma
- Cities, towns and CDPs in Haskell County
- The counties around Haskell County
- Budget math at the Haskell County median
- Before borrowing in Haskell County
- Haskell County households compared
- Four steps for Haskell County borrowers
- Checking a lender's license in Oklahoma
- Related local guides
- Frequently asked questions
Haskell County at a glance
Roughly 11,683 residents live in Haskell County, Oklahoma, 51st by population among the state's 77 counties and county equivalents. Spread over 577 square miles, that works out to roughly 20.3 residents per square mile. Under the July 2023 OMB definitions, Haskell County is not part of any metropolitan area. The Census Bureau counts 9 places in the county (6 incorporated, 3 census-designated); the largest is Stigler, with about 2,729 residents, or 23% of the county.
What Haskell County households earn
Half of Haskell County households take in less than $49,806 a year and half take in more, 23% below the Oklahoma median of $65,039.
| Households earning | Haskell County | +/- vs Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Under $35,000 | 34.5% | +8.2 pts |
| $35,000 to $99,999 | 45.4% | +2.2 pts |
| $100,000 to $199,999 | 15.8% | -7.5 pts |
| $200,000 or more | 4.3% | -3.0 pts |
The spread is wide: 20% of Haskell County households make $100,000 or more, and 35% make less than $35,000. 20.8% of residents fall below the federal poverty line (statewide: 15.3%). The Gini index of income inequality is 0.460 (0 is perfect equality). None of these numbers decides a Haskell County application. Lenders weigh your own documented income against your own debts.
The Haskell County job picture
By the Census industry count, 22% of employed Haskell County residents work in education and health care and 11% in retail trade. Agriculture, forestry and mining stands out: 11% of workers here, versus 4% statewide. ACS puts five-year average unemployment at 6.6% in Haskell County. About 80% drive to work alone and 23% have trips of 45 minutes or more. 5.5% of households have no vehicle.
| Sector | Haskell County | Compared with Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Education and health care | 22.3% | -1.0 pts |
| Retail trade | 11.1% | -0.6 pts |
| Agriculture, forestry and mining | 10.8% | +7.2 pts |
| Manufacturing | 8.9% | -0.3 pts |
| Other services | 7.9% | +2.8 pts |
| Arts, lodging and food service | 7.4% | -1.6 pts |
Industry shapes paperwork. Salaried and public jobs are easy to verify, while hourly, tipped, commission or contract earners in Haskell County should have bank statements and tax returns ready.
Haskell County housing compared with Oklahoma
A typical Haskell County rental runs $770 a month including utilities, which is 24% below Oklahoma. Rent takes 30% or more of income for 43% of renter households here. Home values center on $138,800, or 2.8 years of median income. 78% of Haskell County households own their home and 22% rent. The median year built is 1984.
| Measure | Haskell County | Oklahoma | Median U.S. county |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median gross rent | $770/mo | $1,014/mo | $877/mo |
| Median home value | $138,800 | $199,800 | $185,300 |
| Owners | 78% | 66% | 75% |
| Rent-burdened renters | 43% | 46% | 45% |
| Burdened owners | 27% | 24% | n/a |
| Mobile homes | 20.5% | 8.2% | n/a |
| Vacant units | 20% | 12% | n/a |
In an owner-heavy county like Haskell County, many borrowers can also choose a home equity loan or line of credit. Those can price lower but put the house on the line, so compare the two in writing; our personal loan vs. HELOC guide walks through it.
Cities, towns and CDPs in Haskell County
9 Census places fall mainly inside Haskell County; the 9 biggest are below. They account for 4,795 residents, leaving about 59% of the county in unincorporated, unnamed areas. Live in one of these Haskell County communities, or between them? This is your local guide.
| Place | Type | Population | Median income | Median rent | From county center |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stigler | city | 2,729 | $42,976 | $783 | 2 mi |
| Whitefield | town | 479 | $46,250 | $1,063 | 8 mi |
| McCurtain | town | 410 | n/a | $600 | 10 mi |
| Keota | town | 390 | $39,375 | $600 | 11 mi |
| Kinta | town | 295 | $42,500 | $575 | 11 mi |
| Tamaha | town | 199 | $29,583 | $613 | 13 mi |
| Lequire | CDP | 129 | $89,688 | n/a | 8 mi |
| Enterprise | CDP | 124 | $75,938 | n/a | 15 mi |
| Hoyt | CDP | 40 | n/a | n/a | 11 mi |
The counties around Haskell County
Latimer County is closest, 26 miles from center to center; the sixth, Pittsburg County, is 42 miles off. Pittsburg County leads the group on income ($55,310), Latimer County trails ($41,405), and Haskell County out-earns 2 of the six.
| Neighbor | Distance | Income | Rent | Own |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haskell County | - | $49,806 | $770/mo | 78% |
| Latimer County, OK | 26 mi | $41,405 | $646/mo | 72% |
| Sequoyah County, OK | 28 mi | $51,093 | $811/mo | 71% |
| Muskogee County, OK | 31 mi | $53,619 | $849/mo | 67% |
| Le Flore County, OK | 33 mi | $51,565 | $798/mo | 73% |
| McIntosh County, OK | 33 mi | $46,281 | $780/mo | 77% |
| Pittsburg County, OK | 42 mi | $55,310 | $860/mo | 71% |
Budget math at the Haskell County median
Haskell County at the medians, through a lender's eyes (what DTI means):
- Monthly gross at the median, Haskell County: $4,150
- Less median rent of $770, which is 19% of it
- At 43%, room after rent is $1,015 a month
If your rent is above $770, the room shrinks dollar for dollar.
Before borrowing in Haskell County
Based on the Haskell County data above, these borrowing questions are most likely to matter locally.
- Medical bills. 16% of Haskell County residents are uninsured. Before borrowing for care, ask the provider about financial assistance and payment plans.
- Long drives. With 23% of commutes over 45 minutes, tires and repairs are fixed costs in many Haskell County budgets.
- Mobile home upkeep. 20% of units fall in this category; roof, skirting and HVAC jobs are common reasons to borrow.
- Lower-cost alternatives. In a county with 21% in poverty, nonprofit credit counseling may beat a loan (options).
Haskell County households compared
College graduates make up 15% of the adult population. 16.1% of residents have no health coverage.
| Measure | Haskell County | Oklahoma statewide | Typical U.S. county |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.8 | 37.0 | 41.5 |
| Bachelor's or higher | 15.5% | 28.3% | 22.2% |
| No high school diploma | 15.0% | 10.6% | n/a |
| No health insurance | 16.1% | 12.9% | 7.8% |
| No vehicle | 5.5% | 5.6% | 5.4% |
| Work from home | 7.8% | 9.4% | 8.7% |
| Poverty rate | 20.8% | 15.3% | 13.2% |
| Unemployment (ACS) | 6.6% | 5.0% | 4.4% |
| Commute length | Haskell County |
|---|---|
| Under 15 min | 41.5% |
| 15 to 29 min | 23.1% |
| 30 to 44 min | 12.4% |
| 45 to 59 min | 9.3% |
| 60+ min | 13.7% |
Four steps for Haskell County borrowers
Quick steps for Haskell County:
- Borrow the amount the job needs; extra cash adds interest.
- Compare the total repaid on every offer, not just the payment.
- Verify the Oklahoma license before giving out your Social Security number.
- Lock paid-off cards after consolidating so balances stay at zero.
Checking a lender's license in Oklahoma
No county office licenses personal lenders. For Haskell County, check the Oklahoma State Banking Department. Oklahoma also has the Oklahoma Department of Consumer Credit for consumer credit. Banks and credit unions have their own regulators, and the CFPB takes complaints about any lender. See the Oklahoma state guide for the statewide picture.
Related local guides
For statewide rules and data, see the Oklahoma guide.
Frequently asked questions
What does a typical Haskell County household make?
About $49,806 a year at the median (ACS 2020-24), 23% below the Oklahoma median.
How does Haskell County rent compare with Oklahoma?
$770 locally versus $1,014 for the state, 24% below.
Which towns does the Haskell County guide cover?
Every community in the county, unincorporated areas included. The largest of its 9 Census places: Stigler, Whitefield, McCurtain, Keota, Kinta.
Does living in Haskell County change what I qualify for?
Not in our fit check, which uses only the amount, credit range, income and payments you enter, the same for a Haskell County resident as anyone. Lenders decide under fair-lending law.
Is there a Haskell County office that licenses lenders?
No, licensing is statewide. In Oklahoma it is the Oklahoma State Banking Department.