Gage, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gage, Oklahoma had a total population of 397, the 406th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $43,750, which is 33% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 9.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Gage Quick Facts
How Gage 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 | 495 | 397 | -19.8% |
| Median household income | $46,667 | $43,750 | -6.3% |
| Median home value | $70,800 | $56,900 | -19.6% |
How Gage 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Gage Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Ellis County
Cities Similar to Gage
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McCurtain | 410 | N/A | $46,000 | 8.5% | 39.4% |
| Bernice | 396 | $40,833 | $116,700 | 12.8% | 26.3% |
| Paden | 391 | $47,273 | $85,900 | 15.6% | 15.5% |
| Achille | 394 | $48,125 | $76,900 | 6.6% | 10.1% |
| Okay | 408 | $40,625 | $72,100 | 8.4% | 23.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 397, Gage'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
Gage is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Ellis County. The total population is 397. It ranks as the 406th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gage is 44.8 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. 12.8% 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 Gage is $43,750. This is 33% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 46% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.6%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $56,900. Housing costs are 72% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Gage is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Gage has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
9.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 90.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gage, 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 Gage, Oklahoma?
Gage, Oklahoma has a population of 397 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gage, OK?
The median household income in Gage is $43,750, which is 46% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gage, OK?
The poverty rate in Gage is 14.6%. This means approximately 58 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gage, Oklahoma?
Gage's population is 87.4% White, 0.0% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gage, OK?
The median home value in Gage is $56,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Gage, Oklahoma?
9.5% of adults (25+) in Gage hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.