Cedar Lake, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cedar Lake, Oklahoma had a total population of 421, the 392nd largest community in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $32,917, which is 49% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 31.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 49% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (31.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
- Unemployment rate of 15.6% is notably above the national average.
Cedar Lake Quick Facts
How Cedar Lake 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 | 378 | 421 | +11.4% |
| Median household income | $37,083 | $32,917 | -11.2% |
| Median home value | $77,000 | $77,000 | +0.0% |
How Cedar Lake 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cedar Lake Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Canadian County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon | 25,529 | $75,273 | 8.8% | $198,900 |
| Mustang | 22,192 | $87,844 | 8.0% | $239,200 |
| El Reno | 18,557 | $56,219 | 19.3% | $165,900 |
| Piedmont | 8,342 | $104,441 | 2.6% | $330,100 |
| Union City | 1,722 | $105,833 | 11.5% | $298,400 |
| Okarche | 1,293 | $94,063 | 11.8% | $239,000 |
| Geary | 841 | $50,677 | 33.3% | $67,900 |
| Calumet | 493 | $80,938 | 10.1% | $106,300 |
Cities Similar to Cedar Lake
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McCurtain | 410 | N/A | $46,000 | 8.5% | 39.4% |
| Carlisle | 435 | $33,839 | $222,200 | 19.4% | 42.5% |
| Wapanucka | 432 | $35,417 | $84,200 | 14.2% | 42.4% |
| Akins | 450 | $31,875 | $117,700 | 11.6% | 7.8% |
| Cement | 407 | $36,429 | $47,900 | 4.3% | 13.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 421, Cedar Lake'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
Cedar Lake is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Canadian County. The total population is 421. It ranks as the 392nd most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cedar Lake is 41.7 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cedar Lake is $32,917. This is 49% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 59% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 31.5%. This is 105% 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 15.6%. This is 214% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $77,000. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Cedar Lake is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cedar Lake is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.2%.
Education
11.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 78.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cedar Lake, 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 Cedar Lake, Oklahoma?
Cedar Lake, Oklahoma has a population of 421 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cedar Lake, OK?
The median household income in Cedar Lake is $32,917, which is 59% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cedar Lake, OK?
The poverty rate in Cedar Lake is 31.5%. This means approximately 132 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cedar Lake, Oklahoma?
Cedar Lake's population is 79.8% White, 0.0% Black, 11.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cedar Lake, OK?
The median home value in Cedar Lake is $77,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Cedar Lake, Oklahoma?
11.2% of adults (25+) in Cedar Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.