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Arkoma, Oklahoma Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Arkoma, Oklahoma, is 1,926, with approximately 49% male and 51% female. The population has remained stable due to the town’s small size and proximity to Fort Smith, Arkansas.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1946
  • County Affiliated: Le Flore County
  • Land Area: 1.6 square miles
  • Population Density: 1,204 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 918
  • Zip Codes: 74901

Geography and Location

Arkoma, Oklahoma, is a small town located in eastern Oklahoma, within Le Flore County, directly adjacent to Fort Smith, Arkansas. The town lies along the Arkansas River and serves as a suburban community for those working in Fort Smith. Arkoma experiences a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters, typical of the region. The surrounding geography includes flat land with small hills and forests, contributing to the area’s scenic beauty. Arkoma’s proximity to U.S. Route 64 and Interstate 540 makes it easily accessible to Fort Smith and other nearby towns. The town’s location near the Arkansas River provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating. Arkoma’s small-town charm, combined with its close proximity to a larger city, makes it a convenient place to live for those seeking suburban life with access to urban amenities.

Demographics

Median resident age: 38.5 years
Median household income: $23,718
Median house value: $48,800

Population by Race

Races in Arkoma:

  • White Non-Hispanic (88.7%)
  • American Indian (8.6%)
  • Two or more races (3.4%)
  • Hispanic (1.8%)
  • Other race (0.9%)

Ancestries: United States (14.9%), Irish (11.1%), English (8.1%), German (6.3%), Dutch (2.2%).

Elevation: 510 feet

Land area: 3.5 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Arkoma

  • High school or higher: 64.0%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 8.1%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 3.9%
  • Unemployed: 8.5%
  • Mean travel time to work: 16.0 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Arkoma town

  • Never married: 17.8%
  • Now married: 56.8%
  • Separated: 1.3%
  • Widowed: 9.9%
  • Divorced: 14.3%

1.8% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: -223 (-9.3%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Arkoma:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Arkoma:

  • FORT SMITH REGIONAL (about 6 miles; FORT SMITH, AR; Abbreviation: FSM)
  • DRAKE FIELD (about 49 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, AR; Abbreviation: FYV)
  • NORTHWEST ARKANSAS RGNL (about 64 miles; FAYETTEVILLE/SPRINGDALE/, AR; Abbreviation: XNA)

Other public-use airports nearest to Arkoma:

  • SALLISAW MUNI (about 26 miles; SALLISAW, OK; Abbreviation: JSV)
  • ROBERT S KERR (about 27 miles; POTEAU, OK; Abbreviation: RKR)
  • STILWELL/CHEROKEE NATION (about 31 miles; STILWELL, OK; Abbreviation: O11)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Arkoma:

  • WESTARK COLLEGE (about 18 miles; FT SMITH, AR; Full-time enrollment: 3,472)
  • UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS MAIN CAMPUS (about 52 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, AR; Full-time enrollment: 13,324)
  • NORTHEASTERN STATE UNIVERSITY (about 55 miles; TAHLEQUAH, OK; Full-time enrollment: 6,610)
  • NORTHWEST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 72 miles; BENTONVILLE, AR; Full-time enrollment: 2,197)
  • ARKANSAS TECH UNIVERSITY (about 91 miles; RUSSELLVILLE, AR; Full-time enrollment: 4,450)
  • TULSA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 116 miles; TULSA, OK; Full-time enrollment: 8,727)
  • ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY (about 116 miles; TULSA, OK; Full-time enrollment: 3,309)

Schools

Public high school in Arkoma:

  • ARKOMA HS (Students: 95; Location: 100 BLOCKER AVENUE; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle school in Arkoma:

  • SINGLETON ES (Students: 292; Location: 622 COOK STREET; Grades: PK – 08)

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