Arapaho town, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Arapaho town, Oklahoma Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 33.5% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Arapaho town, Oklahoma has a total population of 802, the 279th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $34,397, which is 46% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 33.5%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 46% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (33.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 4.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Arapaho town Quick Facts

Population 802

Median Household Income $34,397

Median Home Value $105,400

Poverty Rate 33.5%

Unemployment Rate 3.4%

Median Age 39.6 years

Homeownership Rate 63.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 4.1%

High School Graduation Rate 78.8%

Diversity Index 45/100

Population 802 279th of 834

Median Income $34,397 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 33.5% 169% higher national

Median Home Value $105,400 average

How Arapaho town Compares

Median Household Income

Arapaho town

$34,397

$63,603

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Arapaho town

$105,400

$185,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 34.2%

$25K-$50K 33.5%

$50K-$100K 25.4%

$100K+ 6.9%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

48.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.5%

Renter 36.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.6%

18-34

15.2%

35-54

40.9%

55-74

17.5%

75+

1.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Arapaho town Rankings in Oklahoma

#279 Population of 834

#648 Median Income of 834

#736 Education of 834

#341 Home Value of 834

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Cities Similar to Arapaho town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Elmore City town	826	$37,375	$112,000	10.9%	28.7%
Ringling town	830	$37,500	$59,800	8.9%	22.7%
Temple town	822	$29,914	$55,600	13.5%	27.9%
Quinton town	851	$37,500	$73,000	8.3%	28.2%
Kansas town	822	$40,208	$79,700	17.1%	27.4%

Population Overview

Arapaho town is a small community located in Oklahoma. The total population is 802. It ranks as the 279th most populous out of 834 cities and towns in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Arapaho town is 39.6 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 36.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Arapaho town is $34,397. This is 46% lower than the state median of $63,603. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 56% lower. The poverty rate stands at 33.5%. This is 119% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. 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 3.4%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $105,400. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $185,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 63.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Arapaho town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 23.1%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 6.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (23.1% vs 12.3%).

Education

4.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 85% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 78.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Arapaho town, Oklahoma is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Arapaho town, Oklahoma?

Arapaho town, Oklahoma has a population of 802 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Arapaho town, OK?

The median household income in Arapaho town is $34,397, which is 56% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Arapaho town, OK?

The poverty rate in Arapaho town is 33.5%. This means approximately 246 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Arapaho town, Oklahoma?

Arapaho town's population is 70.0% White, 1.8% Black, 23.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Arapaho town, OK?

The median home value in Arapaho town is $105,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Arapaho town, Oklahoma?

4.1% of adults (25+) in Arapaho town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.