McIntosh County
countyMcIntosh County, located in eastern Oklahoma, is a region steeped in Native American history and defined by its natural beauty, particularly Lake Eufaula. The county's population was 18,941 as of the 2020 census. Named for an influential Muscogee Creek family, McIntosh County blends its historical roots with a modern, rural character. The county seat is Eufaula. Agriculture and tourism drive the local economy, with Lake Eufaula serving as a major recreational draw. Retail trade, healthcare, and education are also key employment sectors. The county provides essential services such as law enforcement, road maintenance, and public education to its residents. McIntosh County is distinctive for its rich Native American heritage, being within the jurisdiction of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and having a portion within the Cherokee Nation. The county's landscape is dominated by prairies, forests, and the expansive Lake Eufaula, offering a variety of outdoor activities and contributing to a unique quality of life.
McIntosh County, Oklahoma
- Classification
- County
- FIPS Code
- 40091
- Country
- United States
- County
- McIntosh County
- Region
- Eastern Oklahoma
- Total Area
- 712 sq mi
- Land Area
- 618 sq mi
- Water Area
- 94 sq mi
- Latitude
- 35.38
- Longitude
- -95.67
- Climate
- Oklahoma generally has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Expect warm, humid summers and short, relatively mild winters.
- Notable Features
- Lake Eufaula · Deep Fork River · North Canadian River · Canadian River
- Neighboring Areas
- Okmulgee County · Okfuskee County · Hughes County · Muskogee County · Haskell County · Pittsburg County
- Population (2020)
- 18,941
- Est. Population (2024)
- 19,710
- Median Age
- 47.3
- Median Income
- $46,203
- Poverty Rate
- 21.06%
- Owner-Occupied
- 77.2%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The racial makeup of the county was 66.7% White, 2.78% Black or African American, 15.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.96% Asian, and 10.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents of any race comprised 3.28% of the population.
- Government Type
- County Commission
- Governing Body
- Board of County Commissioners
- Body Size
- 3 members
- Municipal Services
- Road maintenance · Law enforcement · Emergency Management · OSU Extension Office
- Unemployment Rate
- 5.6%
- Economic Profile
- Agriculture · Tourism · Retail Trade
- Employment Sectors
- Retail Trade · Health Care & Social Assistance · Educational Services
- Major Employers
- Not specified in sources.
- Schools
- 11
- Students
- 2,822
- School Districts
- Eufaula Public Schools · Checotah Public Schools · Hanna Public Schools · Stidham School District
- Transportation
- U.S. Highway 69 · State Highway 9 · State Highway 72 · State Highway 150 · Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railway (historical)
- Utilities
- Check with local providers for specific services.
- Major Facilities
- McIntosh County Courthouse · Lake Eufaula State Park · Honey Springs Battlefield Historic Site
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Lake Eufaula · Lake Eufaula State Park · Honey Springs Battlefield · Arrowhead Area at Lake Eufaula State Park
- Parks & Trails
- Hiking trails · Mountain bike trails · Equestrian trails
- Founded
- 1907
- Named After
- An influential Muscogee Creek family
- Historical Significance
- McIntosh County was created at statehood in 1907 from land that was mostly part of the Creek Nation. The area has been inhabited since the Archaic period in North America. The county is named for an influential Muscogee Creek family.
- Key Events
- Battle of Honey Springs (1863) · Establishment of Checotah and Eufaula (1872) · McIntosh County Seat War (1907-1909)