Ketchum, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ketchum, Oklahoma had a total population of 499, the 358th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $55,000, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Ketchum Quick Facts
How Ketchum 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 | 505 | 499 | -1.2% |
| Median household income | $48,750 | $55,000 | +12.8% |
| Median home value | $124,200 | $203,800 | +64.1% |
How Ketchum 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+)
Ketchum Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Delaware County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove | 7,176 | $58,941 | 18.1% | $244,300 |
| Jay | 2,731 | $38,094 | 23.5% | $107,900 |
| Cleora | 1,477 | $82,321 | 14.5% | $230,800 |
| Copeland | 1,401 | $57,558 | 16.1% | $123,500 |
| West Siloam Springs | 1,286 | $59,904 | 19.6% | $183,800 |
| Kenwood | 1,284 | $58,135 | 18.5% | $104,100 |
| Colcord | 910 | $31,094 | 25.6% | $93,600 |
| Kansas | 748 | $33,438 | 34.4% | $77,500 |
| Flint Creek | 627 | $48,036 | 44.5% | $109,800 |
| Bernice | 396 | $40,833 | 26.3% | $116,700 |
Cities Similar to Ketchum
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportsmen Acres | 499 | $54,306 | $142,900 | 8.7% | 12.8% |
| Savanna | 485 | $55,156 | $103,300 | 13.9% | 14.6% |
| Arnett | 525 | $54,688 | $81,500 | 21.1% | 24.0% |
| Zeb | 522 | $56,058 | $151,600 | 18.5% | 12.1% |
| Ravia | 491 | $60,000 | $69,100 | 4.0% | 21.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 499, Ketchum'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
Ketchum is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Delaware County. The total population is 499. It ranks as the 358th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ketchum is 41.9 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ketchum is $55,000. This is 15% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.0%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 19% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $203,800. Housing costs are 2% higher than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 65.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ketchum is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
26.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% 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 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ketchum, 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 Ketchum, Oklahoma?
Ketchum, Oklahoma has a population of 499 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ketchum, OK?
The median household income in Ketchum is $55,000, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ketchum, OK?
The poverty rate in Ketchum is 19.0%. This means approximately 95 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ketchum, Oklahoma?
Ketchum's population is 79.6% White, 0.0% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ketchum, OK?
The median home value in Ketchum is $203,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.
How educated is Ketchum, Oklahoma?
26.5% of adults (25+) in Ketchum hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.