US ZIP Code
74949

Muse, OK

Le Flore County  ·  Oklahoma

● Active
👥 239 Population ↓ 22% since 2019
💰 $44,468 Median HH Income
▼ 42% below avg ↑ 64% since 2019
🎂 55.1 Median Age ↑ 29% since 2019
🏠 $96,300 Median Home Value
▼ 65% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019
🎓 24.8% College Grads
▼ 36% below avg
📊 30.1% Unemployment
▲ 514% above avg
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code74949
CityMuse
StateOklahoma (OK)
CountyLe Flore County
Area Code580/918
Elevation961 ft
Latitude34.683524
Longitude-94.772087
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS40079
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 36.4% (87) Female 63.6% (152) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 67.4%Hispanic: 2.9%Other: 1.3%Race
White67.4%
Hispanic2.9%
Other1.3%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
3%
5–17
7%
18–24
5%
25–44
16%
45–64
55%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age55.1 yrs ↑ 29% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.70
Below Poverty25.1% ▲ 151% above avg
College Grads24.8% ▼ 36% below avg
Unemployment30.1% ▲ 514% above avg
HS Graduate114 (57.6%)
Some College9 (4.5%)
Associates26 (13.1%)
Bachelors21 (10.6%)
Graduate Degree28 (14.1%)

Education

HS Grad: 57.6%Some College: 4.5%Associates: 13.1%Bachelors: 10.6%Graduate: 14.1%Edu
HS Grad57.6%
Some College4.5%
Associates13.1%
Bachelors10.6%
Graduate14.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 83.7%Renter: 16.3%Tenure
Owner83.7%
Renter16.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
10%
$50k–100k
55%
$100k–150k
11%
$150k–200k
15%
$200k–300k
2%
$300k–500k
1%
Over $500k
6%

Financials

Median HH Income$44,468 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 64% since 2019
Median Home Value$96,300 ▼ 65% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units176
Vacant Units35
Avg HH Size1.70

Income Distribution

Under $25k
9%
$25k–50k
59%
$50k–75k
15%
$100k–150k
8%
$150k–200k
7%
Over $200k
2%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
93%
Work From Home
7%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
7%
15–30 min
46%
30–45 min
22%
Over 45 min
25%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
4%
1960s–1970s
5%
1980s–1990s
32%
2000+
59%

Summary

Total Units176
Vacant35
Owner Occupied83.7%
Renter Occupied16.3%
Avg HH Size1.70
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 74949 is in Muse, OK, in Le Flore County.
ZIP code 74949 is located in Oklahoma (OK).
ZIP code 74949 is in Le Flore County, OK.
ZIP 74949 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 74949 is 239 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 74949 is $44,468 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 74949 is $96,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 74949

ZIP code 74949 is located in Muse, Oklahoma, within Le Flore County. With a population of 239, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.1 years. Economically, 74949 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $44,468 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 74949 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $96,300 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 83.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.

The population of 74949 is majority White (67.36%). Residents are less-educated — 24.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.1%. Household income has grown by 64% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 74949 stands at 30.1%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 89%.

Overall, ZIP code 74949 in Muse, OK is characterized as working-class, less-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 239 residents, a median household income of $44,468, and a median home value of $96,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oklahoma.