Idabel, Oklahoma
Idabel: city in Oklahoma
About
Idabel is a city located in the county of McCurtain in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Its population at the 2010 census was 7,010 and a population density of 159 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 6,876 inhabitants.
The city was created 124 years ago in 1901.
Quick Facts about Idabel
| Population | 6,876 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Oklahoma (United States) |
| County | McCurtain County |
| Postal code | 74745 |
| Phone Area Codes | 580 |
| Area | 44.03 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.8957,-94.8263 |
| Altitude | 472 feet / 144 meters |
| Capital city | Idabel is capital of McCurtain County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1902 (124 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 20:58:23 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 156 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.95% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Idabel is located at 33°53'44"N 94°49'35"W (33.8956600, -94.8263300).
Idabel map
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Weather
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Idabel decreased by 1.95% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,010 | - | census |
| 2011 | 7,004 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 7,007 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,985 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,987 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,971 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,936 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 6,906 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 6,873 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 6,843 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 6,876 | 0.48% | estimation process |
People born in Idabel (12)
People born in Idabel, including cartoonist Jerry Iger, drummer Sunny Murray, actress, singer Countess Vaughn, .
More notable people
- Earl Grant (American musician) he was born in 20/01/1933
- Ray Burris (American baseball player) he was born in 22/08/1950
- Dennis Parker (American football player and coach) he was born in 23/03/1950
- Guy B. Gardner (American football coach) he was born in 18/03/1920
- Janice Scroggins (American musician, jazz pianist and instructor) she was born in 17/07/1955
- Harold Stevenson (American painter) he was born in 11/03/1929
- Wilma Victor (Choctaw educator) she was born in 05/11/1919
- Tolman Gibson (American boxer) he was born in 17/04/1942
- Randy Rutherford (American basketball coach) he was born in 04/12/1971
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Idabel, OK. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 488828 | Totally Cosmo School of Modern Cosmetology | Broken Bow (OK) | 74728 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Idabel, OK. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TXA | Texarkana | 100 East Front Street | RAIL |
| HOP | Hope | 100 East Division Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Idabel.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Idabel Post Office | Idabel (OK) | 74745 |
Other cities in McCurtain County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in McCurtain County , OK.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Broken Bow | 4,089 | City of the United States |
| Valliant | 742 | Human settlement in McCurtain County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Wright City | 730 | City in Oklahoma USA |
| Millerton | 313 | Town in McCurtain County, Oklahoma, United States |
| Haworth | 294 | Human settlement in McCurtain County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Garvin | 256 | Human settlement in McCurtain County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Idabel distances to largest Oklahoma cities