Dripping Springs, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dripping Springs, Oklahoma had a total population of 54, the 749th largest community in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 40.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (40.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 9.7% is notably above the national average.
Dripping Springs Quick Facts
How Dripping Springs 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 | 39 | 54 | +38.5% |
How Dripping Springs Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Dripping Springs Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Delaware County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove | 7,176 | $58,941 | 18.1% | $244,300 |
| Jay | 2,731 | $38,094 | 23.5% | $107,900 |
| Cleora | 1,477 | $82,321 | 14.5% | $230,800 |
| Copeland | 1,401 | $57,558 | 16.1% | $123,500 |
| West Siloam Springs | 1,286 | $59,904 | 19.6% | $183,800 |
| Kenwood | 1,284 | $58,135 | 18.5% | $104,100 |
| Colcord | 910 | $31,094 | 25.6% | $93,600 |
| Kansas | 748 | $33,438 | 34.4% | $77,500 |
| Flint Creek | 627 | $48,036 | 44.5% | $109,800 |
| Ketchum | 499 | $55,000 | 19.0% | $203,800 |
Cities Similar to Dripping Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albion | 54 | $35,000 | $45,000 | 0.0% | 9.3% |
| Scipio | 54 | N/A | N/A | 37.8% | 0.0% |
| Marietta | 53 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Strong City | 53 | N/A | $58,000 | 43.4% | 0.0% |
| Strang | 56 | N/A | N/A | 5.4% | 32.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 54, Dripping Springs'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
Dripping Springs is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Delaware County. The total population is 54. It ranks as the 749th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dripping Springs is 30.2 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 40.7%. This is 166% 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 9.7%. This is 94% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 52% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dripping Springs is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (24.1%) is well below the state average of 62.1%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dripping Springs, 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 Dripping Springs, Oklahoma?
Dripping Springs, Oklahoma has a population of 54 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dripping Springs, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Dripping Springs — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dripping Springs, OK?
The poverty rate in Dripping Springs is 40.7%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dripping Springs, Oklahoma?
Dripping Springs's population is 24.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dripping Springs, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Dripping Springs — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Dripping Springs, Oklahoma?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Dripping Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.