Drowning Creek, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Drowning Creek, Oklahoma had a total population of 70, the 719th largest community in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 18.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Drowning Creek Quick Facts
How Drowning Creek 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 | 135 | 70 | -48.1% |
How Drowning Creek Compares
Median Household Income
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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+)
Drowning Creek 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 Drowning Creek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swink | 70 | N/A | $89,200 | 0.0% | 18.6% |
| Sycamore | 71 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 31.0% |
| Centrahoma | 69 | $39,250 | $64,000 | 4.0% | 47.8% |
| Headrick | 69 | $63,750 | $52,000 | 16.1% | 15.9% |
| Mulberry | 69 | $113,750 | N/A | 9.3% | 14.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 70, Drowning Creek'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
Drowning Creek is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Delaware County. The total population is 70. It ranks as the 719th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Drowning Creek is 57.1 years. This is 54% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. 14.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 18.6%. This is 21% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Drowning Creek, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 74.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Drowning Creek was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 81.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Drowning Creek, 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 Drowning Creek, Oklahoma?
Drowning Creek, Oklahoma has a population of 70 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Drowning Creek, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Drowning Creek — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Drowning Creek, OK?
The poverty rate in Drowning Creek is 18.6%. This means approximately 13 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Drowning Creek, Oklahoma?
Drowning Creek's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Drowning Creek, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Drowning Creek — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Drowning Creek, Oklahoma?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Drowning Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.