Hydro town, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hydro town, Oklahoma Demographics
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As of 2026, Hydro town, Oklahoma has a total population of 1,179, the 216th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $41,250, which is 35% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.0%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 35% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Hydro town Quick Facts

Population 1,179

Median Household Income $41,250

Median Home Value $155,000

Poverty Rate 13.0%

Unemployment Rate 2.5%

Median Age 38.9 years

Homeownership Rate 77.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.1%

High School Graduation Rate 90.4%

Diversity Index 32/100

Population 1,179 216th of 834

Median Income $41,250 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 13.0% 5% higher national

Median Home Value $155,000 top 30%

How Hydro town Compares

Median Household Income

Hydro town

$41,250

$63,603

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hydro town

$155,000

$185,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.5%

$25K-$50K 39.5%

$50K-$100K 24.0%

$100K+ 21.0%

Employment

2.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

54.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.1%

Renter 22.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.2%

18-34

20.9%

35-54

21.1%

55-74

20.2%

75+

14.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hydro town Rankings in Oklahoma

#216 Population of 834

#544 Median Income of 834

#199 Education of 834

#169 Home Value of 834

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Cities Similar to Hydro town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Shattuck town	1,185	$41,875	$132,800	17.5%	18.1%
Boley town	1,160	N/A	$92,700	6.7%	48.1%
Moodys CDP	1,128	N/A	$414,000	26.0%	13.6%
Rush Springs town	1,230	$42,198	$80,300	11.2%	26.0%
Fairland town	1,234	$42,083	$87,000	14.8%	12.5%

Population Overview

Hydro town is a small community located in Oklahoma. The total population is 1,179. It ranks as the 216th most populous out of 834 cities and towns in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hydro town is 38.9 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 36.9 years. 14.7% 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 Hydro town is $41,250. This is 35% lower than the state median of $63,603. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 47% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.0%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $155,000. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $185,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 77.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hydro town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.3%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.

Education

22.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hydro town, Oklahoma is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hydro town, Oklahoma?

Hydro town, Oklahoma has a population of 1,179 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hydro town, OK?

The median household income in Hydro town is $41,250, which is 47% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hydro town, OK?

The poverty rate in Hydro town is 13.0%. This means approximately 147 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hydro town, Oklahoma?

Hydro town's population is 81.1% White, 1.1% Black, 8.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hydro town, OK?

The median home value in Hydro town is $155,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Hydro town, Oklahoma?

22.1% of adults (25+) in Hydro town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.