Kiowa, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kiowa, Oklahoma had a total population of 658, the 313th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $46,250, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x.
- Unemployment rate of 12.1% is notably above the national average.
Kiowa Quick Facts
How Kiowa 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 | 662 | 658 | -0.6% |
| Median household income | $45,625 | $46,250 | +1.4% |
| Median home value | $70,900 | $82,000 | +15.7% |
How Kiowa 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+)
Kiowa Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Pittsburg County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McAlester | 18,111 | $51,930 | 19.7% | $151,600 |
| Longtown | 2,716 | $56,333 | 15.1% | $184,200 |
| Krebs | 2,119 | $45,893 | 19.8% | $106,100 |
| Hartshorne | 1,642 | $39,630 | 23.6% | $90,300 |
| Quinton | 953 | $40,962 | 25.3% | $79,900 |
| Haileyville | 614 | $48,036 | 15.3% | $79,200 |
| Savanna | 485 | $55,156 | 14.6% | $103,300 |
| Arpelar | 312 | $87,750 | 17.6% | $124,000 |
| Crowder | 307 | $55,278 | 20.5% | $120,600 |
| Bug Tussle | 265 | $84,911 | 0.0% | $161,600 |
Cities Similar to Kiowa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings | 666 | $45,938 | $56,000 | 4.9% | 17.3% |
| Valley Brook | 647 | $47,200 | $72,700 | 5.8% | 23.0% |
| Davenport | 674 | $46,838 | $92,000 | 8.9% | 21.0% |
| Johnson | 684 | $47,083 | $161,800 | 13.0% | 7.3% |
| Rock Island | 684 | $45,114 | $134,700 | 13.1% | 28.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 658, Kiowa'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
Kiowa is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Pittsburg County. The total population is 658. It ranks as the 313th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kiowa is 37.1 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kiowa is $46,250. This is 29% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.9%. This is 62% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 12.1%. This is 144% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $82,000. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Kiowa is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kiowa is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.5%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.
Education
5.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% 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 81.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kiowa, 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 Kiowa, Oklahoma?
Kiowa, Oklahoma has a population of 658 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kiowa, OK?
The median household income in Kiowa is $46,250, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kiowa, OK?
The poverty rate in Kiowa is 24.9%. This means approximately 162 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kiowa, Oklahoma?
Kiowa's population is 62.5% White, 0.6% Black, 6.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kiowa, OK?
The median home value in Kiowa is $82,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Kiowa, Oklahoma?
5.3% of adults (25+) in Kiowa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.