Bee, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bee, Oklahoma had a total population of 160, the 588th largest community in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 81.3%.
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 (81.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 35.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Oklahoma.
Bee Quick Facts
How Bee 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 | 185 | 160 | -13.5% |
How Bee 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+)
Bee Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Johnston County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tishomingo | 3,083 | $40,052 | 36.7% | $110,600 |
| Mannsville | 913 | $50,577 | 18.6% | $96,200 |
| Ravia | 491 | $60,000 | 21.6% | $69,100 |
| Wapanucka | 432 | $35,417 | 42.4% | $84,200 |
| Coleman | 287 | $42,917 | 10.4% | $116,700 |
| Mill Creek | 278 | $38,438 | 13.0% | $59,500 |
| Milburn | 262 | $42,292 | 35.5% | $73,300 |
| Bromide | 133 | $32,031 | 27.8% | N/A |
| Pontotoc | 76 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Emet | 64 | $52,083 | 40.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Bee
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar | 160 | $46,250 | N/A | 8.7% | 25.0% |
| Ballou | 161 | $92,734 | N/A | 24.8% | 26.1% |
| Butler | 159 | N/A | $113,600 | 0.0% | 96.2% |
| Welty | 162 | $71,250 | $220,000 | 6.1% | 6.8% |
| Fairmont | 158 | $76,250 | N/A | 2.9% | 10.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 160, Bee'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
Bee is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Johnston County. The total population is 160. It ranks as the 588th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bee is 37.5 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. With 46.9% of the population under 18, Bee has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 81.3%. This is 430% 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 Bee, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 52.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bee has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.0% of all residents.
Education
35.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Bee in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 24% higher 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 87.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bee, 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 Bee, Oklahoma?
Bee, Oklahoma has a population of 160 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bee, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bee — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bee, OK?
The poverty rate in Bee is 81.3%. This means approximately 130 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bee, Oklahoma?
Bee's population is 90.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bee, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Bee — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Bee, Oklahoma?
35.3% of adults (25+) in Bee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.