Cheyenne, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cheyenne, Oklahoma had a total population of 834, the 274th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $59,545, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.5%.
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 1.8x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.
Cheyenne Quick Facts
How Cheyenne 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 | 837 | 834 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $57,344 | $59,545 | +3.8% |
| Median home value | $100,300 | $107,800 | +7.5% |
How Cheyenne 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+)
Cheyenne Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Roger Mills County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reydon | 148 | $57,500 | 27.7% | $85,000 |
| Strong City | 53 | N/A | 0.0% | $58,000 |
| Durham | 18 | $58,750 | 0.0% | $56,300 |
Cities Similar to Cheyenne
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunray | 854 | N/A | $87,800 | 10.8% | 19.2% |
| Pettit | 816 | $59,054 | $148,200 | 22.4% | 7.5% |
| Springer | 854 | $58,625 | $183,900 | 17.6% | 17.2% |
| Peggs | 858 | $61,731 | $108,800 | 18.1% | 22.1% |
| Cyril | 841 | $55,000 | $109,000 | 22.9% | 11.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 834, Cheyenne'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
Cheyenne is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Roger Mills County. The total population is 834. It ranks as the 274th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cheyenne is 34.0 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cheyenne is $59,545. This is 8% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.5%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $107,800. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Cheyenne is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cheyenne is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.8%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 6.8%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.
Education
18.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 94.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cheyenne, 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 Cheyenne, Oklahoma?
Cheyenne, Oklahoma has a population of 834 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cheyenne, OK?
The median household income in Cheyenne is $59,545, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cheyenne, OK?
The poverty rate in Cheyenne is 17.5%. This means approximately 142 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cheyenne, Oklahoma?
Cheyenne's population is 76.6% White, 0.4% Black, 15.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cheyenne, OK?
The median home value in Cheyenne is $107,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Cheyenne, Oklahoma?
18.8% of adults (25+) in Cheyenne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.