Kingfisher, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kingfisher, Oklahoma had a total population of 5,026, the 75th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $64,271, which is 1% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Kingfisher Quick Facts
How Kingfisher 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 | 4,964 | 5,026 | +1.2% |
| Median household income | $66,000 | $64,271 | -2.6% |
| Median home value | $219,400 | $227,900 | +3.9% |
How Kingfisher 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+)
Kingfisher Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Kingfisher County
Cities Similar to Kingfisher
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinton | 4,909 | $65,278 | $170,800 | 14.9% | 18.9% |
| Sulphur | 4,874 | $66,957 | $122,000 | 20.0% | 15.5% |
| Lone Grove | 5,125 | $74,265 | $204,900 | 16.3% | 14.4% |
| McLoud | 4,425 | $63,469 | $157,400 | 10.9% | 18.0% |
| Marlow | 4,451 | $56,655 | $136,300 | 20.9% | 21.9% |
Population Overview
Kingfisher is a small city located in Oklahoma, within Kingfisher County. The total population is 5,026. It ranks as the 75th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kingfisher is 42.2 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kingfisher is $64,271. This is 1% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.1%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $227,900. Housing costs are 14% higher than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 65.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% lower than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kingfisher is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.2%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.
Education
26.7% 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 87.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kingfisher, 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 Kingfisher, Oklahoma?
Kingfisher, Oklahoma has a population of 5,026 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kingfisher, OK?
The median household income in Kingfisher is $64,271, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kingfisher, OK?
The poverty rate in Kingfisher is 17.1%. This means approximately 826 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kingfisher, Oklahoma?
Kingfisher's population is 70.3% White, 0.4% Black, 18.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kingfisher, OK?
The median home value in Kingfisher is $227,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Kingfisher, Oklahoma?
26.7% of adults (25+) in Kingfisher hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.