Carrier, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Carrier, Oklahoma had a total population of 65, the 727th largest town in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 15.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Carrier Quick Facts
How Carrier 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 | 78 | 65 | -16.7% |
How Carrier 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
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Carrier Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Garfield County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enid | 50,653 | $62,125 | 13.7% | $154,900 |
| North Enid | 1,136 | $79,554 | 4.0% | $183,200 |
| Waukomis | 1,076 | $61,339 | 18.4% | $149,000 |
| Garber | 708 | $67,625 | 17.6% | $69,400 |
| Lahoma | 485 | $74,464 | 13.9% | $94,600 |
| Drummond | 397 | $127,321 | 3.0% | N/A |
| Covington | 297 | $86,964 | 5.7% | $85,600 |
| Kremlin | 267 | $79,167 | 3.4% | $155,100 |
| Breckenridge | 239 | $64,688 | 7.1% | $143,800 |
| Fairmont | 158 | $76,250 | 10.1% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Carrier
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leon | 66 | $41,250 | $112,500 | 5.7% | 13.9% |
| Emet | 64 | $52,083 | N/A | 10.3% | 40.6% |
| Kildare | 64 | $58,750 | $70,000 | 14.6% | 21.9% |
| Fox | 63 | $63,194 | $114,100 | 13.2% | 14.3% |
| Gate | 63 | $73,500 | N/A | 8.5% | 1.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 65, Carrier'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
Carrier is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Garfield County. The total population is 65. It ranks as the 727th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Carrier is 27.5 years. This is 26% lower than the state median of 37.0 years. With 36.9% of the population under 18, Carrier has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Carrier, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $93,100. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $199,800. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 52% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Carrier is White (non-Hispanic), making up 46.2% of the population. Asian residents account for 7.7%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (7.7% vs 2.4%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 71.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Carrier, 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 Carrier, Oklahoma?
Carrier, Oklahoma has a population of 65 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Carrier, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Carrier — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Carrier, OK?
The poverty rate in Carrier is 15.4%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Carrier, Oklahoma?
Carrier's population is 46.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Carrier, OK?
The median home value in Carrier is $93,100.
How educated is Carrier, Oklahoma?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Carrier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.