Albany, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Albany, Oklahoma had a total population of 169, the 576th largest community in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $46,607, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.4% 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 1.8x.
Albany Quick Facts
How Albany 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 | 150 | 169 | +12.7% |
| Median household income | $47,857 | $46,607 | -2.6% |
| Median home value | $134,400 | $85,000 | -36.8% |
How Albany 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: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Albany Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Bryan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durant | 19,746 | $46,812 | 18.7% | $163,200 |
| Calera | 3,007 | $64,449 | 15.7% | $157,600 |
| Colbert | 1,277 | $46,250 | 24.8% | $104,300 |
| Caddo | 1,109 | $51,923 | 6.5% | $152,100 |
| Cartwright | 744 | $54,263 | 24.6% | $112,300 |
| Silo | 580 | $67,313 | 13.5% | $168,400 |
| Bokchito | 536 | $41,250 | 18.8% | $97,700 |
| Achille | 394 | $48,125 | 10.1% | $76,900 |
| Bennington | 329 | $25,250 | 49.4% | $70,900 |
| Mead | 326 | $71,154 | 17.8% | $76,900 |
Cities Similar to Albany
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportmans Shores | 168 | N/A | $74,700 | 8.0% | 19.1% |
| Foss | 170 | $46,250 | $82,800 | 34.8% | 30.0% |
| Gowen | 171 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 30.4% |
| Murphy | 176 | N/A | $47,900 | 37.9% | 8.0% |
| Leonard | 165 | $48,958 | $317,900 | 22.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 169, Albany'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
Albany is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Bryan County. The total population is 169. It ranks as the 576th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Albany is 49.8 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. Only 12.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Albany is $46,607. This is 28% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.3%. This is 65% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Albany, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $85,000. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Albany is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Albany is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.0% of the population.
Education
5.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% lower than the state rate of 28.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Albany, Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma. 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 Albany, Oklahoma?
Albany, Oklahoma has a population of 169 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Albany, OK?
The median household income in Albany is $46,607, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Albany, OK?
The poverty rate in Albany is 5.3%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Albany, Oklahoma?
Albany's population is 84.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Albany, OK?
The median home value in Albany is $85,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Albany, Oklahoma?
5.4% of adults (25+) in Albany hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.