The prevalence of malocclusion, a common dental condition characterized by misaligned teeth and jaws, has significant implications for oral health, aesthetics, and overall quality of life. This study investigated the prevalence of malocclusion in Rivers State, Nigeria, a region with diverse demographic and socio-economic characteristics. Using a cross-sectional design, a sample of participants- 310 (148 males and 162 females) from various communities was assessed clinically for malocclusion patterns, including spacing, crowding, crossbite. open bite, and overbite. Data were analyzed to identify the distribution of malocclusion and associated factors such as age, gender, and habits: like thumb-sucking or mouth breathing. Majority of the subjects were found to have Angle's Class 1 molar relationships (80.3%). There was a significantly larger proportion of females (52.2%) as compared with their male counterparts (47.8%). Majority of the children had normal overjet (69.2%) and overbite (55.5%). However significant gender differences were found More females were found to have normal overjet and overbites than their male counterparts, whilst males were found to have a larger proportion of reduced overjet's and overbites. A normal dentoalveolar relationship was a predominant finding. However, crowding of the arches was found in 14.4% whilst 59.5% had spaced arches. Anterior and posterior crossbite was found in 17.1% of the population, whilst open bite was seen in a smaller proportion of 7.1 % Findings revealed that malocclusion is prevalent among both children and adults in Rivers State, residents (children), with specific patterns correlating with socio-demographic variables and oral habits. The results emphasize the need for targeted orthodontic interventions and public health initiatives to address the burden of malocclusion in the region. This study contributes valuable data to the limited research on malocclusion in Nigeria, serving as a foundation for policy formulation and further investigations.