Oak Springs, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oak Springs, Arizona had a total population of 47, the 419th largest community in Arizona, with a median household income of $57,917, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x.
Oak Springs Quick Facts
How Oak Springs Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 28 | 47 | +67.9% |
| Median home value | $26,300 | $45,000 | +71.1% |
How Oak Springs Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 62 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Oak Springs Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Apache County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagar | 4,416 | $82,839 | 14.9% | $247,800 |
| Chinle | 4,147 | $53,239 | 28.4% | $39,200 |
| St. Johns | 3,395 | $131,968 | 4.8% | $203,400 |
| Fort Defiance | 3,351 | $56,045 | 13.3% | $37,400 |
| Window Rock | 2,477 | $55,694 | 24.9% | $84,900 |
| Springerville | 2,008 | $49,051 | 8.5% | $202,200 |
| Lukachukai | 1,969 | $37,011 | 35.0% | $51,400 |
| Tsaile | 1,696 | $48,819 | 46.2% | $46,700 |
| St. Michaels | 1,142 | $65,556 | 13.9% | $202,500 |
| Many Farms | 876 | $32,981 | 36.9% | $56,900 |
Cities Similar to Oak Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mojave Ranch Estates | 46 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Buckshot | 45 | N/A | N/A | 7.7% | 0.0% |
| Hunter Creek | 45 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Sunwest | 45 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Oxbow Estates | 44 | N/A | $645,800 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 47, Oak Springs's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Oak Springs is a small community located in Arizona, within Apache County. The total population is 47. It ranks as the 419th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oak Springs is 41.2 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. With 34.0% of the population under 18, Oak Springs has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Oak Springs is $57,917. This is 28% lower than the state median of $79,964. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.5%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 3% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $45,000. Housing costs are 89% lower than the state median of $394,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x, Oak Springs is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
8.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% lower than the state rate of 33.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 70.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oak Springs, Arizona is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Arizona state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 441 Census-designated places in Arizona. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Oak Springs, Arizona?
Oak Springs, Arizona has a population of 47 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oak Springs, AZ?
The median household income in Oak Springs is $57,917, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oak Springs, AZ?
The poverty rate in Oak Springs is 6.4%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oak Springs, Arizona?
Oak Springs's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oak Springs, AZ?
The median home value in Oak Springs is $45,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.8x.
How educated is Oak Springs, Arizona?
8.3% of adults (25+) in Oak Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.