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Beaver, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Beaver, Oklahoma had a total population of 1,586, the 171st largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $56,078, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Beaver Quick Facts

Population 1,586
Median Household Income $56,078
Median Home Value $154,000
Poverty Rate 18.2%
Unemployment Rate 0.9%
Median Age 30.7 years
Homeownership Rate 65.1%
Affordability Ratio 2.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.7%
High School Graduation Rate 87.4%
Diversity Index 53/100
Population 1,586 171st of 834
Median Income $56,078 average
Poverty Rate 18.2% 46% higher than national
Median Home Value $154,000 top 30%

How Beaver Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,6251,586-2.4%
Median household income$53,500$56,078+4.8%
Median home value$123,500$154,000+24.7%

How Beaver Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.1%
$25K-$50K 28.2%
$50K-$100K 32.2%
$100K+ 28.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.2%
$10K-$15K
1.7%
$15K-$20K
2.9%
$20K-$25K
2.3%
$25K-$30K
12.4%
$30K-$35K
1.3%
$35K-$40K
1.7%
$40K-$45K
7.2%
$45K-$50K
5.5%
$50K-$60K
17.9%
$60K-$75K
6.9%
$75K-$100K
7.4%
$100K-$125K
13.0%
$125K-$150K
9.9%
$150K-$200K
2.7%
$200K+
3.0%

Employment

0.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0%|National: 5.2%
61.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.1%
Renter 34.9%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $749/mo 16.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

53out of 100
Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Beaver Rankings in Oklahoma

#171 Population of 834
#316 Median Income of 716
#296 Education of 833
#203 Home Value of 723

Other Cities in Beaver County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Turpin 441 $25,938 51.0% $85,800
Little Ponderosa 374 $72,625 0.8% $218,100
Forgan 359 $70,114 2.8% $60,500
Gate 63 $73,500 1.6% N/A
Knowles 4 N/A 50.0% N/A

Cities Similar to Beaver

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Warner1,613$55,479$108,60013.7%19.9%
Morris1,555$58,716$114,80018.9%16.3%
Minco1,607$61,000$145,90017.4%11.3%
Helena1,557$61,500$66,7003.7%12.0%
Langston1,692N/A$206,60014.1%9.4%

Population Overview

Beaver is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Beaver County. The total population is 1,586. It ranks as the 171st most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Beaver is 30.7 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 37.0 years. With 30.4% of the population under 18, Beaver has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Beaver is $56,078. This is 14% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.2%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $154,000. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Beaver is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Beaver is White (non-Hispanic), making up 58.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 36.4%. The Black or African American population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 6.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (36.4% vs 12.7%).

Education

17.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 87.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Beaver, 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 Beaver, Oklahoma?

Beaver, Oklahoma has a population of 1,586 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Beaver, OK?

The median household income in Beaver is $56,078, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Beaver, OK?

The poverty rate in Beaver is 18.2%. This means approximately 273 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Beaver, Oklahoma?

Beaver's population is 58.0% White, 2.3% Black, 36.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Beaver, OK?

The median home value in Beaver is $154,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Beaver, Oklahoma?

17.7% of adults (25+) in Beaver hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.