Knowles, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Knowles, Oklahoma had a total population of 4, the 830th largest town in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 50.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (50.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Oklahoma.
Knowles Quick Facts
How Knowles 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 | 7 | 4 | -42.9% |
How Knowles Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Knowles Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Beaver County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver | 1,586 | $56,078 | 18.2% | $154,000 |
| Turpin | 441 | $25,938 | 51.0% | $85,800 |
| Little Ponderosa | 374 | $72,625 | 0.8% | $218,100 |
| Forgan | 359 | $70,114 | 2.8% | $60,500 |
| Gate | 63 | $73,500 | 1.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Knowles
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fallis | 4 | N/A | $112,500 | 25.0% | 25.0% |
| Lambert | 4 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Lotsee | 4 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Baker | 3 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Bryant | 6 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 4, Knowles'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
Knowles is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Beaver County. The total population is 4. It ranks as the 830th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Knowles is 62.5 years. This is 69% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. 50.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 50.0%. This is 226% 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. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 52% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Knowles was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
50.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Knowles in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 76% higher 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 75.0%. Notably, 50.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Knowles, 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 Knowles, Oklahoma?
Knowles, Oklahoma has a population of 4 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Knowles, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Knowles — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Knowles, OK?
The poverty rate in Knowles is 50.0%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Knowles, Oklahoma?
Knowles's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Knowles, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Knowles — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Knowles, Oklahoma?
50.0% of adults (25+) in Knowles hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 50.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.