Atwood, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Atwood, Oklahoma had a total population of 84, the 698th largest town in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 60.7%.
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 (60.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Atwood Quick Facts
How Atwood 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 | 71 | 84 | +18.3% |
| Median home value | $80,000 | $77,500 | -3.1% |
How Atwood 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+)
Atwood Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Hughes County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holdenville | 5,902 | $46,250 | 24.2% | $91,600 |
| Wetumka | 1,234 | $27,058 | 33.9% | $76,000 |
| Dustin | 360 | $31,667 | 46.1% | $59,600 |
| Calvin | 353 | $56,250 | 15.1% | $90,900 |
| Stuart | 198 | $66,250 | 8.6% | $89,000 |
| Lamar | 160 | $46,250 | 25.0% | N/A |
| Spaulding | 125 | $40,625 | 17.6% | N/A |
| Horntown | 89 | $73,750 | 2.3% | $230,000 |
| Gerty | 83 | N/A | 32.5% | $80,000 |
| Yeager | 73 | $55,875 | 34.3% | $109,600 |
Cities Similar to Atwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piney | 84 | N/A | N/A | 16.1% | 46.4% |
| West Peavine | 84 | $47,708 | $125,000 | 0.0% | 20.2% |
| Deer Lick | 85 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 61.2% |
| Gerty | 83 | N/A | $80,000 | 9.5% | 32.5% |
| New Woodville | 83 | N/A | N/A | 19.6% | 69.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 84, Atwood'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
Atwood is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Hughes County. The total population is 84. It ranks as the 698th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Atwood is 29.5 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 60.7%. This is 296% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Atwood, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $77,500. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $199,800. 55.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% lower than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Atwood is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.1% of the population.
Education
10.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 62% 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 87.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Atwood, 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 Atwood, Oklahoma?
Atwood, Oklahoma has a population of 84 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Atwood, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Atwood — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Atwood, OK?
The poverty rate in Atwood is 60.7%. This means approximately 51 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Atwood, Oklahoma?
Atwood's population is 82.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Atwood, OK?
The median home value in Atwood is $77,500.
How educated is Atwood, Oklahoma?
10.9% of adults (25+) in Atwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.