Foster town, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Foster town, Oklahoma Demographics
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As of 2026, Foster town, Oklahoma has a total population of 229, the 514th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $71,683, which is 13% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.

Key Takeaways

34.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Oklahoma.

Foster town Quick Facts

Population 229

Median Household Income $71,683

Median Home Value $226,900

Poverty Rate 13.1%

Unemployment Rate 3.5%

Median Age 37.2 years

Homeownership Rate 88.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 34.3%

High School Graduation Rate 91.7%

Diversity Index 33/100

Population 229 514th of 834

Median Income $71,683 top 20%

Poverty Rate 13.1% 5% higher national

Median Home Value $226,900 top 10%

How Foster town Compares

Median Household Income

Foster town

$71,683

$63,603

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Foster town

$226,900

$185,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.5%

$25K-$50K 12.6%

$50K-$100K 45.3%

$100K+ 32.6%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

58.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 88.4%

Renter 11.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.2%

18-34

29.3%

35-54

26.2%

55-74

21.4%

75+

3.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Foster town Rankings in Oklahoma

#514 Population of 834

#139 Median Income of 834

#83 Education of 834

#44 Home Value of 834

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Cities Similar to Foster town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Optima town	226	N/A	$73,800	1.2%	19.5%
Proctor CDP	236	N/A	N/A	4.5%	5.5%
Butler town	236	$72,969	$80,000	17.6%	6.4%
Manitou town	223	$75,000	$39,100	12.1%	3.9%
Lebanon CDP	241	N/A	$176,300	32.4%	27.8%

Population Overview

Foster town is a small community located in Oklahoma. The total population is 229. It ranks as the 514th most populous out of 834 cities and towns in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Foster town is 37.2 years. This is about average than the state median of 36.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Foster town is $71,683. This is 13% higher than the state median of $63,603. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $226,900. Housing costs are 22% higher than the state median of $185,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 88.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Foster town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.5% of the population.

Education

34.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Foster town in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.7%. Notably, 22.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Foster town, Oklahoma is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Foster town, Oklahoma?

Foster town, Oklahoma has a population of 229 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Foster town, OK?

The median household income in Foster town is $71,683, which is 9% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Foster town, OK?

The poverty rate in Foster town is 13.1%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Foster town, Oklahoma?

Foster town's population is 75.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Foster town, OK?

The median home value in Foster town is $226,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Foster town, Oklahoma?

34.3% of adults (25+) in Foster town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 22.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.