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Earlsboro, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Earlsboro, Oklahoma had a total population of 571, the 334th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $68,906, which is 6% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.4%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Earlsboro Quick Facts

Population 571
Median Household Income $68,906
Median Home Value $166,000
Poverty Rate 11.4%
Unemployment Rate 7.5%
Median Age 37.4 years
Homeownership Rate 71.9%
Affordability Ratio 2.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.2%
High School Graduation Rate 84.1%
Diversity Index 63/100
Population 571 334th of 834
Median Income $68,906 top 30%
Poverty Rate 11.4% 9% lower than national
Median Home Value $166,000 top 30%

How Earlsboro Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population572571-0.2%
Median household income$66,827$68,906+3.1%
Median home value$168,400$166,000-1.4%

How Earlsboro Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.7%
$25K-$50K 20.8%
$50K-$100K 33.9%
$100K+ 28.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.2%
$10K-$15K
5.7%
$15K-$20K
1.6%
$20K-$25K
5.2%
$25K-$30K
3.6%
$30K-$35K
5.2%
$35K-$40K
3.6%
$40K-$45K
5.2%
$45K-$50K
3.1%
$50K-$60K
6.3%
$60K-$75K
16.7%
$75K-$100K
10.9%
$100K-$125K
12.5%
$125K-$150K
3.1%
$150K-$200K
6.3%
$200K+
6.8%

Employment

7.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0%|National: 5.2%
59.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.9%
Renter 28.1%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $880/mo 15.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

63out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Earlsboro Rankings in Oklahoma

#334 Population of 834
#165 Median Income of 716
#258 Education of 833
#160 Home Value of 723

Other Cities in Pottawatomie County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Shawnee 31,671 $55,815 20.8% $160,100
Tecumseh 6,332 $48,573 16.3% $122,500
McLoud 4,425 $63,469 18.0% $157,400
Bethel Acres 3,165 $75,909 11.3% $211,700
Pink 2,206 $72,396 14.4% $136,700
Prague 2,155 $50,893 29.3% $120,200
Maud 973 $43,875 23.1% $62,000
Johnson 684 $47,083 7.3% $161,800
Asher 438 $110,833 22.1% $157,100
Tribbey 423 $49,375 26.1% $117,900

Cities Similar to Earlsboro

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Lyons Switch569$70,417$185,80023.2%17.8%
Custer City566$71,094$59,50018.4%13.4%
Silo580$67,313$168,40034.9%13.5%
Cherry Tree585$63,000$114,10010.3%23.2%
Olustee555$63,145$113,30010.4%23.1%

A note before these figures: with a population of 571, Earlsboro'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

Earlsboro is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Pottawatomie County. The total population is 571. It ranks as the 334th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Earlsboro is 37.4 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Earlsboro is $68,906. This is 6% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 7.5%. This is 52% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $166,000. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Earlsboro is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Earlsboro is White (non-Hispanic), making up 55.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.3%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

19.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 84.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Earlsboro, 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 Earlsboro, Oklahoma?

Earlsboro, Oklahoma has a population of 571 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Earlsboro, OK?

The median household income in Earlsboro is $68,906, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Earlsboro, OK?

The poverty rate in Earlsboro is 11.4%. This means approximately 65 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Earlsboro, Oklahoma?

Earlsboro's population is 55.3% White, 3.7% Black, 9.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Earlsboro, OK?

The median home value in Earlsboro is $166,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.

How educated is Earlsboro, Oklahoma?

19.2% of adults (25+) in Earlsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.