The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 74572 sells for about $135,000, or $98 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 74572 — Tupelo
The housing market in 74572 remains stable with low inventory and modest price growth. Activity is driven by local demand rather than speculative investment, resulting in a slow but steady market pace. Some figures, such as specific price-cut percentages, are estimated based on regional rural trends as precise ZIP-level data is not published.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with lower housing costs. It is less ideal for those requiring proximity to major employment centers or extensive urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 7.2 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.4% · poverty 18.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 74572, Choctaw County OK
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in this rural area are generally lower than the state average, with property-related incidents being the primary concern. Local law enforcement reports stable trends consistent with regional rural patterns.
Schools serving this ZIP are part of a small rural district, typically characterized by limited extracurricular offerings but high teacher-to-student ratios. Academic performance is generally rated as average compared to state benchmarks.
The area faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and occasional wind damage, with flood risks concentrated near local creek beds. Insurance premiums are stable but reflect the rural nature of the fire protection services.
Economic momentum is modest, driven primarily by agriculture, local retail, and small-scale service industries. There is limited large-scale commercial development, with infrastructure focused on maintaining existing rural road networks.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on fair market value, with exemptions available for homesteads, agricultural use, and seniors. There are no municipal income taxes, and special districts are limited to local school and emergency service levies.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to nearby regional hubs for employment. Public transit is not available, and travel times are significantly longer than the national average.
Recreation is centered on outdoor activities, including local parks, fishing spots, and community-led sports facilities. Shopping and dining options are limited to small, locally-owned businesses within the immediate area.
The rental market is characterized by low turnover and limited inventory, primarily consisting of single-family homes. Vacancy pressure is low, and there is minimal presence of short-term rental platforms.
The local economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, forestry, and local government services. Employment opportunities are largely concentrated in nearby towns, with limited local industrial growth.
Transportation is entirely reliant on personal vehicles, with access to state highways serving as the primary transit corridors. There is no public transit infrastructure.
Development planning is focused on maintaining rural character, with no major commercial or residential projects currently approved or under construction.
The county appraisal district conducts annual assessments based on market data, with specific provisions for agricultural land valuation.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes and county-wide emergency service district levies.
Property insurance availability is stable, though premiums are influenced by the area's exposure to severe weather events and distance from fire stations.
Net domestic migration is relatively flat, with a slight trend of retirees moving into the area and younger residents moving out for employment.
The state follows a non-judicial foreclosure process, allowing for relatively efficient resolution of defaulted mortgages.
Sellers are required to provide a standard property disclosure statement covering known material defects at the time of sale.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 74572 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides significant recreational opportunities including fishing, boating, and camping.
Local community park offering picnic areas and basic sports facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.