Custer City, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Custer City, Oklahoma had a total population of 566, the 337th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $71,094, which is 9% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.4%.
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 0.8x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.
Custer City Quick Facts
How Custer City 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 | 564 | 566 | +0.4% |
| Median household income | $71,458 | $71,094 | -0.5% |
| Median home value | $73,300 | $59,500 | -18.8% |
How Custer City 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+)
Custer City Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Custer County
Cities Similar to Custer City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyons Switch | 569 | $70,417 | $185,800 | 23.2% | 17.8% |
| Earlsboro | 571 | $68,906 | $166,000 | 19.2% | 11.4% |
| Silo | 580 | $67,313 | $168,400 | 34.9% | 13.5% |
| Olustee | 555 | $63,145 | $113,300 | 10.4% | 23.1% |
| Alex | 529 | $69,444 | $81,300 | 17.0% | 9.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 566, Custer City'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
Custer City is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Custer County. The total population is 566. It ranks as the 337th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Custer City is 23.7 years. This is 36% lower than the state median of 37.0 years. With 36.0% of the population under 18, Custer City has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Custer City is $71,094. This is 9% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.4%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $59,500. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x, Custer City is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Custer City is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.6%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.
Education
18.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 86.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Custer City, 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 Custer City, Oklahoma?
Custer City, Oklahoma has a population of 566 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Custer City, OK?
The median household income in Custer City is $71,094, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Custer City, OK?
The poverty rate in Custer City is 13.4%. This means approximately 76 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Custer City, Oklahoma?
Custer City's population is 81.5% White, 0.5% Black, 10.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Custer City, OK?
The median home value in Custer City is $59,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.8x.
How educated is Custer City, Oklahoma?
18.4% of adults (25+) in Custer City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.