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Canute, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Canute, Oklahoma had a total population of 544, the 342nd largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $57,813, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.9%.

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

Key Takeaways

Canute Quick Facts

Population 544
Median Household Income $57,813
Median Home Value $99,000
Poverty Rate 16.9%
Unemployment Rate 4.8%
Median Age 39.4 years
Homeownership Rate 87.4%
Affordability Ratio 1.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.8%
High School Graduation Rate 82.7%
Diversity Index 41/100
Population 544 342nd of 834
Median Income $57,813 average
Poverty Rate 16.9% 36% higher than national
Median Home Value $99,000 average

How Canute 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
Population588544-7.5%
Median household income$60,714$57,813-4.8%
Median home value$110,000$99,000-10.0%

How Canute Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.6%
$25K-$50K 19.1%
$50K-$100K 36.2%
$100K+ 28.1%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.5%
$10K-$15K
4.5%
$15K-$20K
3.0%
$20K-$25K
5.5%
$25K-$30K
8.5%
$30K-$35K
2.5%
$35K-$40K
5.0%
$40K-$45K
1.0%
$45K-$50K
2.0%
$50K-$60K
16.1%
$60K-$75K
14.6%
$75K-$100K
5.5%
$100K-$125K
6.5%
$125K-$150K
8.0%
$150K-$200K
6.0%
$200K+
7.5%

Employment

4.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0%|National: 5.2%
57.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 87.4%
Renter 12.6%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
1.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $865/mo 18.0% 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

Canute Rankings in Oklahoma

#342 Population of 834
#290 Median Income of 716
#291 Education of 833
#427 Home Value of 723

Other Cities in Washita County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
New Cordell 2,740 $73,107 10.1% $106,600
Burns Flat 1,857 $45,446 25.7% $106,600
Sentinel 939 $120,227 16.7% $108,000
Corn 601 $58,657 13.9% $126,300
Dill City 333 $42,625 25.8% $47,500
Bessie 262 $47,500 18.3% $82,500
Rocky 239 $60,000 5.0% $69,000
Foss 170 $46,250 30.0% $82,800
Colony 104 $43,750 9.6% $162,500

Cities Similar to Canute

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Mountain View543$53,438$68,40021.3%19.0%
Cumberland533$60,904$178,70049.9%14.6%
Zeb522$56,058$151,60018.5%12.1%
Canton522$60,417$77,50018.9%11.3%
Arnett525$54,688$81,50021.1%24.0%

A note before these figures: with a population of 544, Canute'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

Canute is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Washita County. The total population is 544. It ranks as the 342nd most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Canute is 39.4 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Canute is $57,813. This is 11% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.9%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $99,000. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Canute is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Canute is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 21.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (21.1% vs 12.7%).

Education

17.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 82.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Canute, 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 Canute, Oklahoma?

Canute, Oklahoma has a population of 544 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Canute, OK?

The median household income in Canute is $57,813, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Canute, OK?

The poverty rate in Canute is 16.9%. This means approximately 92 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Canute, Oklahoma?

Canute's population is 73.7% White, 0.0% Black, 21.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Canute, OK?

The median home value in Canute is $99,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.

How educated is Canute, Oklahoma?

17.8% of adults (25+) in Canute hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.