Carney, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Carney, Oklahoma had a total population of 562, the 338th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $47,813, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Carney Quick Facts
How Carney 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 | 512 | 562 | +9.8% |
| Median household income | $53,333 | $47,813 | -10.4% |
| Median home value | $94,700 | $96,300 | +1.7% |
How Carney 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+)
Carney Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Lincoln County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler | 2,899 | $46,645 | 29.0% | $110,600 |
| Meeker | 1,172 | $41,190 | 25.2% | $98,500 |
| Wellston | 902 | $60,137 | 24.6% | $106,800 |
| Davenport | 674 | $46,838 | 21.0% | $92,000 |
| Tryon | 372 | $42,813 | 29.4% | $102,500 |
| Agra | 335 | $48,500 | 16.2% | $77,000 |
| Warwick | 202 | N/A | 26.2% | N/A |
| Sparks | 113 | $46,667 | 15.0% | $56,700 |
| Kendrick | 108 | $85,625 | 12.0% | N/A |
| Fallis | 4 | N/A | 25.0% | $112,500 |
Cities Similar to Carney
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blair | 585 | $49,063 | $88,900 | 15.8% | 18.4% |
| Fort Towson | 546 | $50,938 | $169,900 | 16.1% | 20.0% |
| Mountain View | 543 | $53,438 | $68,400 | 21.3% | 19.0% |
| Haileyville | 614 | $48,036 | $79,200 | 11.8% | 15.3% |
| Rocky Mountain | 532 | $52,500 | $153,900 | 19.0% | 17.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 562, Carney'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
Carney is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Lincoln County. The total population is 562. It ranks as the 338th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Carney is 34.7 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 37.0 years. With 28.1% of the population under 18, Carney has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Carney is $47,813. This is 26% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 41% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.5%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $96,300. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Carney is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Carney is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.8%.
Education
16.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 91.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Carney, 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 Carney, Oklahoma?
Carney, Oklahoma has a population of 562 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Carney, OK?
The median household income in Carney is $47,813, which is 41% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Carney, OK?
The poverty rate in Carney is 15.5%. This means approximately 87 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Carney, Oklahoma?
Carney's population is 68.7% White, 0.0% Black, 9.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Carney, OK?
The median home value in Carney is $96,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Carney, Oklahoma?
16.4% of adults (25+) in Carney hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.