Ballou, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ballou, Oklahoma had a total population of 161, the 587th largest community in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $92,734, which is 43% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 26.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 43% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Oklahoma.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Ballou Quick Facts
How Ballou 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 | 247 | 161 | -34.8% |
| Median household income | $88,594 | $92,734 | +4.7% |
How Ballou 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+)
Ballou Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Mayes County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pryor Creek | 9,569 | $44,839 | 20.5% | $166,400 |
| Chouteau | 2,129 | $60,208 | 8.3% | $190,100 |
| Locust Grove | 1,453 | $49,398 | 18.1% | $106,900 |
| Salina | 1,148 | $42,596 | 32.6% | $98,300 |
| Wickliffe | 745 | $42,232 | 20.3% | $119,000 |
| Adair | 650 | $77,656 | 14.7% | $202,600 |
| Langley | 616 | $56,300 | 20.6% | $110,800 |
| Sportsmen Acres | 499 | $54,306 | 12.8% | $142,900 |
| Little Rock | 399 | $108,481 | 19.1% | $221,400 |
| Spavinaw | 359 | $32,813 | 39.1% | $67,900 |
Cities Similar to Ballou
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bee | 160 | N/A | N/A | 35.3% | 81.3% |
| Butler | 159 | N/A | $113,600 | 0.0% | 96.2% |
| Pump Back | 158 | $90,682 | $306,800 | 40.9% | 0.0% |
| Sportmans Shores | 168 | N/A | $74,700 | 8.0% | 19.1% |
| Gowen | 171 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 30.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 161, Ballou'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
Ballou is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Mayes County. The total population is 161. It ranks as the 587th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ballou is 35.4 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 37.0 years. With 29.2% of the population under 18, Ballou has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ballou is $92,734. This is 43% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 15% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 26.1%. This is 70% 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 Ballou, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 85.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ballou is White (non-Hispanic), making up 64.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
24.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 28.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ballou, 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 Ballou, Oklahoma?
Ballou, Oklahoma has a population of 161 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ballou, OK?
The median household income in Ballou is $92,734, which is 15% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ballou, OK?
The poverty rate in Ballou is 26.1%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ballou, Oklahoma?
Ballou's population is 64.6% White, 0.0% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ballou, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Ballou — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Ballou, Oklahoma?
24.8% of adults (25+) in Ballou hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.