Choctaw

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Choctaw, OK Area Guide

Avg Rent

$646

Population

11,743

Renter Mix

16% Rent

Low-key living on the edge of OKC.

Commuter Suburb Schools Safe Military Family-Friendly

Sitting about fifteen miles east of Oklahoma City, Choctaw holds the distinction of being the oldest chartered town in Oklahoma Territory, with roots stretching back to 1890. That history gives the city a grounded character that newer suburbs simply can't replicate. Daily life here moves at an easy pace, with tree-lined streets, local parks, and quick access to Tinker Air Force Base just to the southwest. Residents enjoy the quiet of small-town living without losing touch with the shopping, dining, and entertainment that Oklahoma City has to offer.

The rental landscape in Choctaw leans toward spacious single-family homes and townhome-style rentals, though apartment communities are available for those who prefer a more low-maintenance lifestyle. Every fall, the city's beloved Oktoberfest celebration draws the community together for one of the area's most anticipated annual gatherings, a tradition that has been going strong since the 1970s. Whether you're looking for room to breathe or a convenient base for commuting into OKC, Choctaw delivers an honest, unpretentious place to call home.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$89,470

Average: $108,031

Education

2,633

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

5,460

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

43 Years

Largest Age Group

10-19 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

25%

Over 65

21%

Housing Distribution

Choctaw has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
16%
Non-Renters
84%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Choctaw, OK is $646 for one bedroom, $825 for two bedrooms, and $1,505 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Choctaw has increased by 1.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$646/month
0 Sq Ft
House
$1,729/month
1,443 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

20 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100

Schools

L. W. Westfall Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

448 Students

Nicoma Park Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

441 Students

Nicoma Park Intermediate Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

366 Students

Choctaw Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

349 Students

Indian Meridian Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

560 Students

Nicoma Park Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

622 Students

Choctaw Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

725 Students

Choctaw High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,811 Students

Points of Interest

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.