Real Estate Investing in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma

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8 ZIP codes • Population: 39,145

Should you buy in Pittsburg County, OK? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

Solid choice β€” values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
MIXED
3.1 / 5 (54/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 17.4% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.1/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.5% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $138,314
Avg Monthly Rent $879
ZIP Codes 8

Investing in Pittsburg County Real Estate

Across Pittsburg County's 8 ZIPs, the picture is thin β€” soft rents, slow appreciation, and demographic headwinds that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

Investors considering Pittsburg, Oklahoma should understand what the β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜† rating represents β€” a region with material challenges, not a temporary rough patch.

A 39,145 population and $N/AK household income profile is what makes Pittsburg a challenging rental region β€” the base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Avg Home Value
$138,314
Avg Monthly Rent
$879
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (OK)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on McAlester, OK metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
69%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Pittsburg County

3 Colleges 1,907 Students 661 Off-Campus Renters
C+
Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester
Vocational Public Β· 575 students
πŸ“ ~466 students rent off-campus
C
Eastern Oklahoma State College
2-Year Public Β· 1,292 students
πŸ“ ~195 students rent off-campus
C
Premier Academy of Cosmetology
Vocational For-Profit Β· 40 students

Investor Insight: With 661 students living off-campus, Pittsburg County has substantial rental demand from the college population β€” typically stable, lease-renewing tenants.

Cities in Pittsburg County

ZIP Codes in Pittsburg County, OK

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pittsburg County

Which investment style suits, OK?

In, OK the healthy play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $138K prices and $879/mo rents suits that approach.

What is it like being a landlord in, OK?

The landlord environment in, OK is tenant-protective. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

How strong is, OK for real estate investors?

Our data puts, OK at 3.1/5 for investability. Home prices of $138K and rents around $879/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

How does, OK compare to the OK average?

, OK comes in broadly in line with on the OK comparison. Specific drivers include $138K prices and $879/mo rents.

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