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Blair, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blair, Oklahoma had a total population of 585, the 328th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $49,063, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.4%.

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

Key Takeaways

Blair Quick Facts

Population 585
Median Household Income $49,063
Median Home Value $88,900
Poverty Rate 18.4%
Unemployment Rate 3.3%
Median Age 31.1 years
Homeownership Rate 48.7%
Affordability Ratio 1.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.8%
High School Graduation Rate 85.6%
Diversity Index 41/100
Population 585 328th of 834
Median Income $49,063 average
Poverty Rate 18.4% 47% higher than national
Median Home Value $88,900 below average

How Blair 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
Population606585-3.5%
Median household income$46,654$49,063+5.2%
Median home value$90,700$88,900-2.0%

How Blair Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.0%
$25K-$50K 36.8%
$50K-$100K 30.3%
$100K+ 15.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.3%
$10K-$15K
2.5%
$15K-$20K
5.1%
$20K-$25K
6.1%
$25K-$30K
6.5%
$30K-$35K
6.1%
$35K-$40K
7.2%
$40K-$45K
4.0%
$45K-$50K
13.0%
$50K-$60K
8.3%
$60K-$75K
10.1%
$75K-$100K
11.9%
$100K-$125K
5.8%
$125K-$150K
5.1%
$150K-$200K
2.5%
$200K+
2.5%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0%|National: 5.2%
72.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 48.7%
Renter 51.3%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
1.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $772/mo 18.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

41out of 100
Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Blair Rankings in Oklahoma

#328 Population of 834
#428 Median Income of 716
#349 Education of 833
#478 Home Value of 723

Other Cities in Jackson County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Altus 18,646 $55,295 17.4% $152,200
Olustee 555 $63,145 23.1% $113,300
Eldorado 449 $51,250 32.1% $34,800
East Duke 313 $67,917 2.2% $89,400
Martha 134 $64,375 29.8% $107,100
Headrick 69 $63,750 15.9% $52,000
Elmer 59 N/A 6.8% $104,200
Friendship 17 $59,375 23.5% $112,500

Cities Similar to Blair

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Carney562$47,813$96,30016.4%15.5%
Haileyville614$48,036$79,20011.8%15.3%
Porter623$49,444$104,10011.4%15.8%
Flint Creek627$48,036$109,80015.2%44.5%
Fort Towson546$50,938$169,90016.1%20.0%

A note before these figures: with a population of 585, Blair'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

Blair is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Jackson County. The total population is 585. It ranks as the 328th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Blair is 31.1 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 37.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Blair is $49,063. This is 25% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.4%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $88,900. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Blair is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 48.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% lower than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Blair is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.1%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

15.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 85.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Blair, 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 Blair, Oklahoma?

Blair, Oklahoma has a population of 585 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Blair, OK?

The median household income in Blair is $49,063, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Blair, OK?

The poverty rate in Blair is 18.4%. This means approximately 107 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Blair, Oklahoma?

Blair's population is 75.6% White, 0.2% Black, 10.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Blair, OK?

The median home value in Blair is $88,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.

How educated is Blair, Oklahoma?

15.8% of adults (25+) in Blair hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.