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Cameron, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cameron, Oklahoma had a total population of 292, the 473rd largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $53,125, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 34.5%.

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

Key Takeaways

Cameron Quick Facts

Population 292
Median Household Income $53,125
Median Home Value $75,000
Poverty Rate 34.5%
Unemployment Rate 5.4%
Median Age 30.3 years
Homeownership Rate 67.8%
Affordability Ratio 1.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 6.4%
High School Graduation Rate 81.8%
Diversity Index 46/100
Population 292 473rd of 834
Median Income $53,125 average
Poverty Rate 34.5% 177% higher than national
Median Home Value $75,000 bottom 30%

How Cameron 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
Population309292-5.5%
Median household income$50,000$53,125+6.3%
Median home value$72,500$75,000+3.4%

How Cameron Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 25.4%
$25K-$50K 22.9%
$50K-$100K 28.8%
$100K+ 22.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.9%
$10K-$15K
10.2%
$15K-$20K
5.9%
$20K-$25K
3.4%
$25K-$30K
5.9%
$30K-$35K
4.2%
$35K-$40K
2.5%
$40K-$45K
5.9%
$45K-$50K
4.2%
$50K-$60K
4.2%
$60K-$75K
12.7%
$75K-$100K
11.9%
$100K-$125K
4.2%
$125K-$150K
15.3%
$150K-$200K
3.4%
$200K+
0.0%

Employment

5.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0%|National: 5.2%
57.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.8%
Renter 32.2%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
1.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $717/mo 16.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

46out of 100
Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Cameron Rankings in Oklahoma

#473 Population of 834
#370 Median Income of 716
#688 Education of 833
#573 Home Value of 723

Other Cities in Le Flore County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Poteau 8,959 $50,511 19.8% $157,400
Pocola 4,423 $50,545 17.3% $151,100
Heavener 3,012 $34,408 33.0% $59,200
Spiro 2,269 $41,848 20.6% $100,700
Arkoma 1,976 $43,929 22.1% $83,600
Panama 1,415 $47,136 29.0% $124,800
Wister 1,105 $36,607 25.3% $106,500
Shady Point 900 $52,375 24.3% $104,700
Talihina 864 $40,500 22.2% $72,000
Howe 791 $52,031 30.4% $108,600

Cities Similar to Cameron

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Short299N/A$113,7008.9%57.2%
Tenkiller285N/A$152,50016.6%39.6%
Old Green301N/A$169,5008.8%11.6%
Kaw City283$54,000$124,2005.1%12.0%
Zena280N/AN/A6.8%15.0%

A note before these figures: with a population of 292, Cameron'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

Cameron is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Le Flore County. The total population is 292. It ranks as the 473rd most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cameron is 30.3 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 37.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Cameron is $53,125. This is 18% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 34.5%. This is 125% 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 unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $75,000. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Cameron is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Cameron is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.

Education

6.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 77% 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 81.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Cameron, 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 Cameron, Oklahoma?

Cameron, Oklahoma has a population of 292 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Cameron, OK?

The median household income in Cameron is $53,125, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Cameron, OK?

The poverty rate in Cameron is 34.5%. This means approximately 98 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Cameron, Oklahoma?

Cameron's population is 70.5% White, 0.0% Black, 1.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Cameron, OK?

The median home value in Cameron is $75,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.

How educated is Cameron, Oklahoma?

6.4% of adults (25+) in Cameron hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.