Caney, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Caney, Oklahoma had a total population of 139, the 614th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $39,375, which is 39% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 39% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 9.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Caney Quick Facts
How Caney 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 | 158 | 139 | -12.0% |
| Median household income | $40,625 | $39,375 | -3.1% |
| Median home value | $107,800 | $128,100 | +18.8% |
How Caney 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Caney Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Atoka County
Cities Similar to Caney
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowlington | 132 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 60.6% |
| Freedom | 132 | N/A | $68,000 | 23.4% | 23.4% |
| Le Flore | 145 | $38,438 | $68,100 | 6.6% | 38.3% |
| Nardin | 130 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Devol | 146 | $37,115 | $84,200 | 31.2% | 50.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 139, Caney'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
Caney is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Atoka County. The total population is 139. It ranks as the 614th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Caney is 50.3 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Caney is $39,375. This is 39% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 51% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Caney, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $128,100. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 60.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Caney is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
9.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% 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 87.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Caney, 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 Caney, Oklahoma?
Caney, Oklahoma has a population of 139 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Caney, OK?
The median household income in Caney is $39,375, which is 51% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Caney, OK?
The poverty rate in Caney is 12.5%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Caney, Oklahoma?
Caney's population is 75.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Caney, OK?
The median home value in Caney is $128,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Caney, Oklahoma?
9.9% of adults (25+) in Caney hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.