ZIP Code 73728, Oklahoma
ZIP Code 73728 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 73728 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Alfalfa County, Oklahoma. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,904. The land area covers 221.50 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,904 | ±198 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs | ±3.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 815 | ±100 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,047 | ±84 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 815 | ±100 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 232 | ±73 |
| Median Home Value | $118,600 | ±$18,267 |
| Median Gross Rent | $821 | ±$89 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,417 | ±$25,517 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,412 | ±$3,441 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.2% | ±8.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 341 | ±169 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 852 | ±132 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.1% | ±3.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF ALFALFA
GUS Population: 5,712 (2024)
ID: 173319
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
602 W 5TH ST, STE 1, CHEROKEE OK 73728-2556
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Aline, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Alva, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Burlington, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Burlington, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cherokee, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Cherokee, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CHEROKEE, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Alva, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-03 | Alva, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Jet, OK |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Northwestern Oklahoma State University
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College | 15.3 mi away | 709 Oklahoma Blvd, Alva, OK, 73717-2799 |
5803271700
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CHEROKEE CITY- COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 123 SOUTH GRAND, CHEROKEE, OK, 73728 |
(580) 596-2366
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Northwest Technology Center-Alva
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College Vocational | 15.6 mi away | 1801 11th St, Alva, OK, 73717 |
5803270344
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CARMEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 110 N 6TH, CARMEN, OK, 73726 |
(580) 987-2301
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ALVA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 504 SEVENTH STREET, ALVA, OK, 73717 |
(580) 327-1833
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KIOWA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 123 N 7TH, KIOWA, KS, 67070 |
(620) 825-4630
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HARDTNER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 102 E CENTRAL, HARDTNER, KS, 67057 |
(620) 296-4586
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CHEROKEE 4W, OK US, located 2.9 miles from ZCTA5 73728. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.8° | 21.3° | 34.1° | 0.82" | 2.5" |
| February | 51.6° | 24.3° | 38.0° | 1.42" | 2.7" |
| March | 61.3° | 33.3° | 47.3° | 2.11" | 2.6" |
| April | 70.7° | 42.6° | 56.6° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.6° | 54.6° | 67.6° | 4.54" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.3° | 65.7° | 78.0° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| July | 96.4° | 70.5° | 83.5° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| August | 94.0° | 69.1° | 81.6° | 3.73" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.9° | 60.1° | 73.0° | 2.42" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.0° | 46.3° | 59.7° | 2.79" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.0° | 32.6° | 46.3° | 1.66" | 0.4" |
| December | 48.9° | 23.7° | 36.3° | 1.23" | 3.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Lambert town | Town | 3.4 mi | — |
| Dacoma town | Town | 10.0 mi | — |
| Carmen town | Town | 10.8 mi | — |
| Burlington town | Town | 11.9 mi | — |
| Jet town | Town | 13.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 73728. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.