Living in Le Flore County, Oklahoma

Le Flore County is a county in Oklahoma with a population of around 49,605, part of the Fort Smith, AR-OK MSA metro area.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $638/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $142K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Le Flore County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.