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Guthrie, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Guthrie, Oklahoma had a total population of 11,243, the 43rd largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $53,457, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.4%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Guthrie Quick Facts

Population 11,243
Median Household Income $53,457
Median Home Value $186,600
Poverty Rate 19.4%
Unemployment Rate 5.6%
Median Age 39.7 years
Homeownership Rate 65.2%
Affordability Ratio 3.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.6%
High School Graduation Rate 89.8%
Diversity Index 53/100
Population 11,243 43rd of 834
Median Income $53,457 average
Poverty Rate 19.4% 56% higher than national
Median Home Value $186,600 top 20%

How Guthrie Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population11,02111,243+2.0%
Median household income$54,640$53,457-2.2%
Median home value$176,200$186,600+5.9%

How Guthrie Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.1%
$25K-$50K 23.0%
$50K-$100K 35.5%
$100K+ 18.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
6.4%
$10K-$15K
5.3%
$15K-$20K
5.4%
$20K-$25K
6.0%
$25K-$30K
5.4%
$30K-$35K
3.6%
$35K-$40K
4.3%
$40K-$45K
5.1%
$45K-$50K
4.5%
$50K-$60K
8.4%
$60K-$75K
11.9%
$75K-$100K
15.2%
$100K-$125K
6.3%
$125K-$150K
4.6%
$150K-$200K
4.3%
$200K+
3.2%

Employment

5.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0%|National: 5.2%
59.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.2%
Renter 34.8%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $870/mo 19.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

53out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Guthrie Rankings in Oklahoma

#43 Population of 834
#362 Median Income of 716
#145 Education of 833
#112 Home Value of 723

Other Cities in Logan County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Langston 1,692 N/A 9.4% $206,600
Crescent 1,527 $62,813 19.3% $154,700
Cashion 1,148 $96,970 6.6% $195,700
Coyle 522 $83,331 7.9% $23,000
Cedar Valley 450 $126,786 4.2% $348,800
Marshall 256 $60,466 15.2% $33,100
Crescent Springs 204 N/A 18.6% N/A
Cimarron City 150 $104,250 9.3% $311,500
Twin Lakes 127 N/A 18.9% $63,900
Lovell 51 N/A 0.0% N/A

Cities Similar to Guthrie

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Elk City11,361$51,272$150,40014.5%22.8%
Woodward11,882$54,463$157,80018.6%17.2%
Warr Acres10,466$53,273$164,50022.9%19.0%
Weatherford12,004$54,704$232,60040.9%20.3%
Okmulgee11,348$41,848$98,40014.3%20.6%

Population Overview

Guthrie is a small city located in Oklahoma, within Logan County. The total population is 11,243. It ranks as the 43rd most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Guthrie is 39.7 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Guthrie is $53,457. This is 18% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.4%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $186,600. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 65.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Guthrie is White (non-Hispanic), making up 66.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 12.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (12.9% vs 6.8%). The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

26.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% 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 89.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Guthrie, 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 Guthrie, Oklahoma?

Guthrie, Oklahoma has a population of 11,243 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Guthrie, OK?

The median household income in Guthrie is $53,457, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Guthrie, OK?

The poverty rate in Guthrie is 19.4%. This means approximately 2,136 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Guthrie, Oklahoma?

Guthrie's population is 66.1% White, 12.9% Black, 11.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Guthrie, OK?

The median home value in Guthrie is $186,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Guthrie, Oklahoma?

26.6% of adults (25+) in Guthrie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.