O'Kean, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, O'Kean, Arkansas had a total population of 196, the 442nd largest town in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 25.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (25.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 7.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.2%.
O'Kean Quick Facts
How O'Kean 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 | 164 | 196 | +19.5% |
| Median home value | $56,100 | $76,000 | +35.5% |
How O'Kean 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: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
O'Kean Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Randolph County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocahontas | 7,538 | $44,216 | 23.8% | $120,000 |
| Biggers | 428 | $57,292 | 30.6% | $57,300 |
| Reyno | 310 | $56,492 | 11.0% | $85,800 |
| Maynard | 303 | $32,273 | 19.9% | $90,000 |
| Ravenden Springs | 164 | $45,962 | 6.7% | N/A |
| Warm Springs | 87 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to O'Kean
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bee Branch | 196 | $76,205 | $136,400 | 20.1% | 0.0% |
| Woodlawn | 197 | $68,313 | $219,200 | 10.8% | 12.7% |
| Caulksville | 195 | $39,375 | $158,300 | 13.8% | 18.0% |
| Pindall | 198 | $41,641 | $89,200 | 10.2% | 23.7% |
| Floral | 194 | N/A | $33,000 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 196, O'Kean'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
O'Kean is a small community located in Arkansas, within Randolph County. The total population is 196. It ranks as the 442nd most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in O'Kean is 41.6 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. 11.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 25.5%. This is 60% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $76,000. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $188,000. 90.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
O'Kean has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.3% of all residents.
Education
7.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% lower than the state rate of 25.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 79.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for O'Kean, Arkansas 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 Arkansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas. 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 O'Kean, Arkansas?
O'Kean, Arkansas has a population of 196 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in O'Kean, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for O'Kean — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in O'Kean, AR?
The poverty rate in O'Kean is 25.5%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of O'Kean, Arkansas?
O'Kean's population is 91.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in O'Kean, AR?
The median home value in O'Kean is $76,000.
How educated is O'Kean, Arkansas?
7.4% of adults (25+) in O'Kean hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.