Latimer County
OK · Pop. 9,495 · Rural County
Latimer County, Oklahoma covers 722 square miles with a population of 9,495 and a density of 13.2 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated moderate, built on hay, haylage, hemp. The median home price is $103,000, with an effective property tax rate of 0.52%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 7b with a 207-day growing season, average summer highs of 92.1°F and average winter lows of 30.8°F. Annual rainfall averages 49.2 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Latimer County General Hospital is 4.1 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 57% of homes. On the hazard side, flood risk is high, tornado risk is high, wildfire risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 207-day growing season in USDA zone 7b supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A low effective property tax rate of 0.52% holds annual carrying costs down.
- A median home price of $103,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- Latimer County General Hospital, with an emergency room, is just 4.1 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
- At 13.2 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
Cons
- Wildfire risk is very high, requiring defensible space, fire-resistant construction, and an evacuation plan.
- Broadband reaches only 57% of homes, a real gap for remote work or online sales.
- A poverty rate of 19.2% reflects a constrained local economy with limited off-farm income options.
At a glance
Latimer County, OK is a strong overall fit for homesteading.
- Homestead score
- 76/100
- Median home price
- $103k
- Property tax
- 0.52%
- Growing season
- 207 days (zone 7b)
- Annual rainfall
- 49.2"
- Broadband
- 57%
- Nearest hospital
- Latimer County General Hospital, 4.1 mi
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Homesteading in Latimer County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Latimer County?
- Latimer County is in USDA hardiness zone 7b with a 207-day growing season, average summer highs of 92.1°F, and average winter lows of 30.8°F. The established crops are hay, haylage, hemp.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $103,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.52%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 57% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Latimer County General Hospital is 4.1 miles away and includes an emergency room; there are 2 hospitals in the county.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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