Long, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Long, Oklahoma had a total population of 450, the 376th largest community in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $55,313, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Long Quick Facts
How Long 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 | 444 | 450 | +1.4% |
| Median household income | $49,531 | $55,313 | +11.7% |
| Median home value | $205,900 | $214,000 | +3.9% |
How Long 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+)
Long Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Sequoyah County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sallisaw | 8,605 | $48,036 | 29.4% | $134,100 |
| Roland | 3,687 | $51,754 | 18.3% | $139,800 |
| Muldrow | 3,309 | $45,067 | 19.2% | $114,300 |
| Vian | 1,435 | $41,250 | 24.2% | $115,600 |
| Gore | 1,114 | $63,036 | 19.2% | $205,200 |
| Brushy | 777 | $66,429 | 12.3% | $149,200 |
| Redbird Smith | 659 | $61,316 | 11.7% | $87,900 |
| Nicut | 609 | $36,164 | 66.1% | $66,400 |
| Brent | 583 | $87,596 | 3.8% | $190,600 |
| Remy | 580 | $130,658 | 3.1% | $237,800 |
Cities Similar to Long
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amber | 445 | $55,313 | $116,100 | 14.1% | 13.5% |
| Stonewall | 445 | $56,250 | $82,500 | 11.1% | 8.5% |
| Shady Grove (Cherokee County) | 453 | $52,969 | $201,400 | 23.4% | 32.2% |
| Eldorado | 449 | $51,250 | $34,800 | 10.8% | 32.1% |
| Hammon | 457 | $52,500 | $83,800 | 16.9% | 33.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 450, Long'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
Long is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Sequoyah County. The total population is 450. It ranks as the 376th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Long is 30.8 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 37.0 years. With 43.6% of the population under 18, Long has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Long is $55,313. This is 15% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Long, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $214,000. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 76.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Long is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.9% of the population.
Education
12.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 94.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Long, 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 Long, Oklahoma?
Long, Oklahoma has a population of 450 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Long, OK?
The median household income in Long is $55,313, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Long, OK?
The poverty rate in Long is 14.0%. This means approximately 63 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Long, Oklahoma?
Long's population is 82.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Long, OK?
The median home value in Long is $214,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Long, Oklahoma?
12.2% of adults (25+) in Long hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.