Arpelar, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Arpelar, Oklahoma had a total population of 312, the 454th largest community in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $87,750, which is 35% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 35% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Oklahoma.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.
Arpelar Quick Facts
How Arpelar 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 | 330 | 312 | -5.5% |
| Median household income | $70,000 | $87,750 | +25.4% |
| Median home value | $123,500 | $124,000 | +0.4% |
How Arpelar 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Arpelar Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Pittsburg County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McAlester | 18,111 | $51,930 | 19.7% | $151,600 |
| Longtown | 2,716 | $56,333 | 15.1% | $184,200 |
| Krebs | 2,119 | $45,893 | 19.8% | $106,100 |
| Hartshorne | 1,642 | $39,630 | 23.6% | $90,300 |
| Quinton | 953 | $40,962 | 25.3% | $79,900 |
| Kiowa | 658 | $46,250 | 24.9% | $82,000 |
| Haileyville | 614 | $48,036 | 15.3% | $79,200 |
| Savanna | 485 | $55,156 | 14.6% | $103,300 |
| Crowder | 307 | $55,278 | 20.5% | $120,600 |
| Bug Tussle | 265 | $84,911 | 0.0% | $161,600 |
Cities Similar to Arpelar
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chance | 315 | N/A | $156,300 | 7.3% | 3.2% |
| Webbers Falls | 316 | $84,250 | $110,500 | 16.9% | 13.6% |
| Old Green | 301 | N/A | $169,500 | 8.8% | 11.6% |
| Short | 299 | N/A | $113,700 | 8.9% | 57.2% |
| Eldon | 326 | N/A | $132,100 | 39.0% | 10.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 312, Arpelar'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
Arpelar is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Pittsburg County. The total population is 312. It ranks as the 454th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Arpelar is 40.3 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Arpelar is $87,750. This is 35% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 9% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 71% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $124,000. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Arpelar is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Arpelar is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.6%.
Education
12.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 89.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Arpelar, 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 Arpelar, Oklahoma?
Arpelar, Oklahoma has a population of 312 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Arpelar, OK?
The median household income in Arpelar is $87,750, which is 9% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Arpelar, OK?
The poverty rate in Arpelar is 17.6%. This means approximately 55 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Arpelar, Oklahoma?
Arpelar's population is 65.1% White, 0.0% Black, 10.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Arpelar, OK?
The median home value in Arpelar is $124,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Arpelar, Oklahoma?
12.0% of adults (25+) in Arpelar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.