Garber, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Garber, Oklahoma had a total population of 708, the 301st largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $67,625, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x.
Garber Quick Facts
How Garber 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 | 604 | 708 | +17.2% |
| Median household income | $63,869 | $67,625 | +5.9% |
| Median home value | $88,800 | $69,400 | -21.8% |
How Garber 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+)
Garber Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Garfield County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enid | 50,653 | $62,125 | 13.7% | $154,900 |
| North Enid | 1,136 | $79,554 | 4.0% | $183,200 |
| Waukomis | 1,076 | $61,339 | 18.4% | $149,000 |
| Lahoma | 485 | $74,464 | 13.9% | $94,600 |
| Drummond | 397 | $127,321 | 3.0% | N/A |
| Covington | 297 | $86,964 | 5.7% | $85,600 |
| Kremlin | 267 | $79,167 | 3.4% | $155,100 |
| Breckenridge | 239 | $64,688 | 7.1% | $143,800 |
| Fairmont | 158 | $76,250 | 10.1% | N/A |
| Hunter | 139 | $81,500 | 8.2% | $94,200 |
Cities Similar to Garber
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne | 701 | $66,071 | $117,600 | 18.9% | 28.7% |
| Sterling | 751 | $67,981 | $131,900 | 11.8% | 14.0% |
| Dewar | 764 | $67,813 | $92,800 | 7.3% | 12.6% |
| Roff | 719 | $57,500 | $86,800 | 8.9% | 19.1% |
| Brushy | 777 | $66,429 | $149,200 | 9.3% | 12.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 708, Garber'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
Garber is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Garfield County. The total population is 708. It ranks as the 301st most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Garber is 32.9 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Garber is $67,625. This is 4% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 7.9%. This is 59% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $69,400. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Garber is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Garber is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.2%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.
Education
14.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 95.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Garber, 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 Garber, Oklahoma?
Garber, Oklahoma has a population of 708 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Garber, OK?
The median household income in Garber is $67,625, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Garber, OK?
The poverty rate in Garber is 17.6%. This means approximately 123 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Garber, Oklahoma?
Garber's population is 65.8% White, 1.0% Black, 8.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Garber, OK?
The median home value in Garber is $69,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.
How educated is Garber, Oklahoma?
14.6% of adults (25+) in Garber hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.