Goltry, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Goltry, Oklahoma had a total population of 271, the 491st largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $96,667, which is 49% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 49% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Oklahoma.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x.
Goltry Quick Facts
How Goltry 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 | 294 | 271 | -7.8% |
| Median household income | $95,333 | $96,667 | +1.4% |
| Median home value | $94,400 | $99,500 | +5.4% |
How Goltry 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+)
Goltry Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Alfalfa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helena | 1,557 | $61,500 | 12.0% | $66,700 |
| Cherokee | 1,509 | $58,860 | 22.2% | $96,600 |
| Carmen | 336 | $37,143 | 34.2% | $52,700 |
| Jet | 208 | $56,531 | 13.0% | $83,400 |
| Aline | 204 | $78,309 | 10.6% | $59,500 |
| Burlington | 138 | $56,875 | 21.0% | $107,800 |
| Nescatunga | 97 | N/A | 33.0% | $63,800 |
| Byron | 19 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Amorita | 7 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Lambert | 4 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Goltry
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Lake Towne | 271 | N/A | $270,100 | 10.4% | 42.1% |
| Cloud Creek | 266 | N/A | N/A | 24.3% | 42.5% |
| Zena | 280 | N/A | N/A | 6.8% | 15.0% |
| Quinlan | 262 | N/A | N/A | 68.7% | 0.0% |
| Gotebo | 262 | $95,625 | $116,300 | 5.9% | 14.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 271, Goltry'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
Goltry is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Alfalfa County. The total population is 271. It ranks as the 491st most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Goltry is 45.7 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Goltry is $96,667. This is 49% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 20% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.9%. This is 62% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Goltry, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $99,500. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Goltry is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 89.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Goltry has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.3% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.3% vs 62.1%).
Education
15.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 85.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Goltry, 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 Goltry, Oklahoma?
Goltry, Oklahoma has a population of 271 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Goltry, OK?
The median household income in Goltry is $96,667, which is 20% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Goltry, OK?
The poverty rate in Goltry is 5.9%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Goltry, Oklahoma?
Goltry's population is 96.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Goltry, OK?
The median home value in Goltry is $99,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.
How educated is Goltry, Oklahoma?
15.1% of adults (25+) in Goltry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.