Living in Coal County, Oklahoma

Coal County is a county in Oklahoma with a population of around 5,651. The main communities are Coalgate, Lehigh, Tupelo.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $625/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $106K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 55°F) and very hot summers (highs around 92°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Coal County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.