Bison, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bison, Oklahoma had a total population of 48, the 763rd largest community in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 6.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bison Quick Facts
How Bison 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 | 54 | 48 | -11.1% |
| Median home value | $68,300 | $64,200 | -6.0% |
How Bison 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+)
Bison Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Garfield County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enid | 50,653 | $62,125 | 13.7% | $154,900 |
| North Enid | 1,136 | $79,554 | 4.0% | $183,200 |
| Waukomis | 1,076 | $61,339 | 18.4% | $149,000 |
| Garber | 708 | $67,625 | 17.6% | $69,400 |
| Lahoma | 485 | $74,464 | 13.9% | $94,600 |
| Drummond | 397 | $127,321 | 3.0% | N/A |
| Covington | 297 | $86,964 | 5.7% | $85,600 |
| Kremlin | 267 | $79,167 | 3.4% | $155,100 |
| Breckenridge | 239 | $64,688 | 7.1% | $143,800 |
| Fairmont | 158 | $76,250 | 10.1% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Bison
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas | 48 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 35.4% |
| Rosedale | 48 | $48,125 | $106,300 | 10.3% | 41.7% |
| Tuskahoma | 49 | N/A | $260,000 | 21.4% | 18.4% |
| Oak Grove | 46 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Reagan | 46 | $43,333 | $112,500 | 8.8% | 8.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 48, Bison'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
Bison is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Garfield County. The total population is 48. It ranks as the 763rd most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bison is 79.5 years. This is 115% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. 62.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 6.3%. This is 59% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bison, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $64,200. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $199,800. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 52% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Bison was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
10.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 64.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bison, 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 Bison, Oklahoma?
Bison, Oklahoma has a population of 48 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bison, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bison — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bison, OK?
The poverty rate in Bison is 6.3%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bison, Oklahoma?
Bison's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bison, OK?
The median home value in Bison is $64,200.
How educated is Bison, Oklahoma?
10.4% of adults (25+) in Bison hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.