Etta, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Etta, Oklahoma had a total population of 87, the 694th largest community in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $35,192, which is 46% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 46% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Etta Quick Facts
How Etta 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 | 65 | 87 | +33.8% |
| Median household income | $24,375 | $35,192 | +44.4% |
How Etta Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Etta Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Cherokee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tahlequah | 16,935 | $49,581 | 18.4% | $185,400 |
| Park Hill | 3,237 | $47,064 | 23.7% | $174,400 |
| Grandview | 1,251 | $73,688 | 18.5% | $164,800 |
| Briggs | 1,131 | $47,250 | 28.4% | $111,900 |
| Moodys | 1,108 | $49,355 | 18.5% | $400,500 |
| Woodall | 1,050 | $58,571 | 19.0% | $221,800 |
| Keys | 982 | $38,600 | 32.2% | $130,200 |
| Cookson | 921 | $49,983 | 6.6% | $110,700 |
| Peggs | 858 | $61,731 | 22.1% | $108,800 |
| Lost City | 852 | $64,375 | 6.8% | $154,400 |
Cities Similar to Etta
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Lick | 85 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 61.2% |
| Atwood | 84 | N/A | $77,500 | 10.9% | 60.7% |
| Piney | 84 | N/A | N/A | 16.1% | 46.4% |
| Gerty | 83 | N/A | $80,000 | 9.5% | 32.5% |
| New Woodville | 83 | N/A | N/A | 19.6% | 69.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 87, Etta'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
Etta is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Cherokee County. The total population is 87. It ranks as the 694th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Etta is 64.4 years. This is 74% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. 10.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Etta is $35,192. This is 46% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 56% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.1%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 52% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Etta is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.6% of the population.
Education
27.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 28.3%. 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 Etta, 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 Etta, Oklahoma?
Etta, Oklahoma has a population of 87 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Etta, OK?
The median household income in Etta is $35,192, which is 56% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Etta, OK?
The poverty rate in Etta is 16.1%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Etta, Oklahoma?
Etta's population is 73.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Etta, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Etta — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Etta, Oklahoma?
27.6% of adults (25+) in Etta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.