Cornish, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cornish, Oklahoma had a total population of 98, the 676th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $39,375, which is 39% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 22.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 39% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Cornish Quick Facts
How Cornish 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 | 119 | 98 | -17.6% |
| Median household income | $40,313 | $39,375 | -2.3% |
How Cornish 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+)
Cornish Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
Cities Similar to Cornish
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nescatunga | 97 | N/A | $63,800 | 4.4% | 33.0% |
| Elm Grove | 100 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 16.0% |
| Brush Creek | 101 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Loyal | 95 | N/A | $86,000 | 10.2% | 57.9% |
| Sams Corner | 94 | N/A | $234,800 | 51.1% | 12.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 98, Cornish'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
Cornish is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Jefferson County. The total population is 98. It ranks as the 676th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cornish is 56.2 years. This is 52% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. 12.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cornish is $39,375. This is 39% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 51% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.4%. This is 46% 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 6.3%. This is 26% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. 89.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cornish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
14.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 76.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cornish, 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 Cornish, Oklahoma?
Cornish, Oklahoma has a population of 98 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cornish, OK?
The median household income in Cornish is $39,375, which is 51% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cornish, OK?
The poverty rate in Cornish is 22.4%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cornish, Oklahoma?
Cornish's population is 80.6% White, 0.0% Black, 1.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cornish, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Cornish — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Cornish, Oklahoma?
14.1% of adults (25+) in Cornish hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.