Durant, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Durant, Oklahoma had a total population of 19,746, the 27th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $46,812, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Durant Quick Facts
How Durant 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 | 19,209 | 19,746 | +2.8% |
| Median household income | $44,753 | $46,812 | +4.6% |
| Median home value | $155,800 | $163,200 | +4.7% |
How Durant 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Durant Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Bryan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calera | 3,007 | $64,449 | 15.7% | $157,600 |
| Colbert | 1,277 | $46,250 | 24.8% | $104,300 |
| Caddo | 1,109 | $51,923 | 6.5% | $152,100 |
| Cartwright | 744 | $54,263 | 24.6% | $112,300 |
| Silo | 580 | $67,313 | 13.5% | $168,400 |
| Bokchito | 536 | $41,250 | 18.8% | $97,700 |
| Achille | 394 | $48,125 | 10.1% | $76,900 |
| Bennington | 329 | $25,250 | 49.4% | $70,900 |
| Mead | 326 | $71,154 | 17.8% | $76,900 |
| Sand Point | 275 | $85,223 | 8.0% | $348,500 |
Cities Similar to Durant
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Del City | 21,494 | $46,925 | $126,800 | 15.1% | 22.6% |
| Claremore | 20,166 | $58,685 | $188,700 | 22.2% | 12.1% |
| Bethany | 20,560 | $56,591 | $171,600 | 24.1% | 20.5% |
| McAlester | 18,111 | $51,930 | $151,600 | 21.0% | 19.7% |
| Altus | 18,646 | $55,295 | $152,200 | 23.9% | 17.4% |
Population Overview
Durant is a small city located in Oklahoma, within Bryan County. The total population is 19,746. It ranks as the 27th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Durant is 34.0 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Durant is $46,812. This is 28% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.7%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $163,200. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 46.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% lower than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Durant is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.9%. The Black or African American population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 6.8%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.
Education
29.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% higher 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 88.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Durant, 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 Durant, Oklahoma?
Durant, Oklahoma has a population of 19,746 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Durant, OK?
The median household income in Durant is $46,812, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Durant, OK?
The poverty rate in Durant is 18.7%. This means approximately 3,505 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Durant, Oklahoma?
Durant's population is 63.7% White, 2.3% Black, 9.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Durant, OK?
The median home value in Durant is $163,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Durant, Oklahoma?
29.2% of adults (25+) in Durant hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.