Foster, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Foster, Oklahoma had a total population of 254, the 508th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $74,712, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 35.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Oklahoma.
Foster Quick Facts
How Foster 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 | 229 | 254 | +10.9% |
| Median household income | $71,683 | $74,712 | +4.2% |
| Median home value | $226,900 | $244,200 | +7.6% |
How Foster 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Foster Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Garvin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pauls Valley | 6,062 | $50,357 | 24.4% | $98,200 |
| Lindsay | 2,884 | $52,000 | 16.0% | $112,200 |
| Davis | 2,814 | $51,875 | 18.3% | $109,700 |
| Wynnewood | 1,756 | $40,156 | 22.1% | $111,600 |
| Stratford | 1,331 | $41,302 | 26.5% | $100,500 |
| Elmore City | 882 | $35,694 | 30.8% | $84,100 |
| Paoli | 660 | $57,083 | 19.8% | $87,000 |
| Katie | 429 | $56,375 | 9.6% | $155,000 |
| Hennepin | 126 | N/A | 0.0% | $131,900 |
| Erin Springs | 31 | N/A | 12.9% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Foster
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christie | 252 | N/A | $172,300 | 10.9% | 36.9% |
| Mulhall | 257 | $76,250 | $93,400 | 10.1% | 9.3% |
| Quinlan | 262 | N/A | N/A | 68.7% | 0.0% |
| Lowrey | 264 | $75,069 | $105,400 | 20.8% | 23.5% |
| Cloud Creek | 266 | N/A | N/A | 24.3% | 42.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 254, Foster'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
Foster is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Garvin County. The total population is 254. It ranks as the 508th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Foster is 36.8 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Foster is $74,712. This is 15% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $244,200. Housing costs are 22% higher than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 92.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Foster is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 0.4%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.
Education
35.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Foster in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 26% 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 96.3%. Notably, 23.9% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Foster, 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 Foster, Oklahoma?
Foster, Oklahoma has a population of 254 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Foster, OK?
The median household income in Foster is $74,712, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Foster, OK?
The poverty rate in Foster is 10.6%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Foster, Oklahoma?
Foster's population is 74.8% White, 0.4% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Foster, OK?
The median home value in Foster is $244,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Foster, Oklahoma?
35.6% of adults (25+) in Foster hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 23.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.