Oakland, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oakland, Kentucky had a total population of 280, the 433rd largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $67,188, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x.
Oakland Quick Facts
How Oakland 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 | 230 | 280 | +21.7% |
| Median home value | $142,200 | $164,800 | +15.9% |
How Oakland 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: 33 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Oakland Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Warren County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green | 75,388 | $48,873 | 25.6% | $241,900 |
| Plano | 1,290 | $80,188 | 5.3% | $226,300 |
| Smiths Grove | 786 | $53,098 | 9.9% | $164,500 |
| Plum Springs | 405 | $61,635 | 12.8% | $163,000 |
| Woodburn | 319 | $85,625 | 10.6% | $181,300 |
Cities Similar to Oakland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Clifty | 285 | N/A | $117,800 | 16.9% | 20.0% |
| Bremen | 285 | $68,125 | $129,700 | 9.3% | 16.1% |
| Moseleyville | 269 | N/A | $165,000 | 8.1% | 26.0% |
| Phelps | 301 | N/A | $102,700 | 7.2% | 36.5% |
| Poole | 256 | N/A | $175,800 | 15.4% | 1.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 280, Oakland'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
Oakland is a small community located in Kentucky, within Warren County. The total population is 280. It ranks as the 433rd most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oakland is 46.7 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Oakland is $67,188. This is 5% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 23% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $164,800. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Oakland is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 93.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Oakland has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
28.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 27.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 99.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oakland, Kentucky 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 Kentucky state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky. 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 Oakland, Kentucky?
Oakland, Kentucky has a population of 280 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oakland, KY?
The median household income in Oakland is $67,188, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oakland, KY?
The poverty rate in Oakland is 12.6%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oakland, Kentucky?
Oakland's population is 88.9% White, 6.1% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oakland, KY?
The median home value in Oakland is $164,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Oakland, Kentucky?
28.8% of adults (25+) in Oakland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.