Dickson town, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Dickson town, Oklahoma Demographics
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As of 2026, Dickson town, Oklahoma has a total population of 1,379, the 187th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $72,143, which is 13% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.3%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.

Dickson town Quick Facts

Population 1,379

Median Household Income $72,143

Median Home Value $188,000

Poverty Rate 17.3%

Unemployment Rate 2.5%

Median Age 38.5 years

Homeownership Rate 78.8%

Affordability Ratio 2.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.9%

High School Graduation Rate 88.7%

Diversity Index 36/100

Population 1,379 187th of 834

Median Income $72,143 top 20%

Poverty Rate 17.3% 39% higher national

Median Home Value $188,000 top 20%

How Dickson town Compares

Median Household Income

Dickson town

$72,143

$63,603

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Dickson town

$188,000

$185,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.0%

$25K-$50K 18.8%

$50K-$100K 27.5%

$100K+ 35.8%

Employment

2.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

58.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.8%

Renter 21.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.9%

18-34

19.7%

35-54

27.0%

55-74

23.8%

75+

4.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Dickson town Rankings in Oklahoma

#187 Population of 834

#135 Median Income of 834

#182 Education of 834

#84 Home Value of 834

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Cities Similar to Dickson town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Latta CDP	1,413	$76,216	$165,800	32.9%	11.4%
Byng town	1,361	$63,667	$169,500	33.3%	8.0%
Kenwood CDP	1,431	$65,714	$117,600	12.5%	16.0%
Grandview CDP	1,262	$73,867	$159,600	50.2%	23.6%
West Siloam Springs town	1,367	$59,438	$175,400	14.3%	18.0%

Population Overview

Dickson town is a small community located in Oklahoma. The total population is 1,379. It ranks as the 187th most populous out of 834 cities and towns in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dickson town is 38.5 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 36.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dickson town is $72,143. This is 13% higher than the state median of $63,603. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.3%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $188,000. Housing costs are 1% higher than the state median of $185,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Dickson town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Dickson town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.6%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.

Education

22.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dickson town, Oklahoma is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Dickson town, Oklahoma?

Dickson town, Oklahoma has a population of 1,379 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Dickson town, OK?

The median household income in Dickson town is $72,143, which is 8% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Dickson town, OK?

The poverty rate in Dickson town is 17.3%. This means approximately 239 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dickson town, Oklahoma?

Dickson town's population is 77.2% White, 0.5% Black, 6.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Dickson town, OK?

The median home value in Dickson town is $188,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Dickson town, Oklahoma?

22.9% of adults (25+) in Dickson town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.