Longtown, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Longtown, Oklahoma had a total population of 2,716, the 128th largest community in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $56,333, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Longtown Quick Facts
How Longtown 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 | 2,836 | 2,716 | -4.2% |
| Median household income | $57,655 | $56,333 | -2.3% |
| Median home value | $178,400 | $184,200 | +3.3% |
How Longtown 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+)
Longtown 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 |
| 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 |
| Kiowa | 658 | $46,250 | 24.9% | $82,000 |
| 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 Longtown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview | 2,687 | $54,688 | $131,300 | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Watonga | 2,623 | $54,081 | $89,700 | 9.4% | 19.2% |
| Stroud | 2,793 | $61,250 | $125,000 | 13.3% | 24.0% |
| Davis | 2,814 | $51,875 | $109,700 | 13.4% | 18.3% |
| Mangum | 2,755 | $49,470 | $96,500 | 18.6% | 21.8% |
Population Overview
Longtown is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Pittsburg County. The total population is 2,716. It ranks as the 128th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Longtown is 59.8 years. This is 62% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. Only 12.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 15.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Longtown is $56,333. This is 13% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.1%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 3% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $184,200. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 85.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Longtown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 12.7%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.
Education
22.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 91.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Longtown, 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 Longtown, Oklahoma?
Longtown, Oklahoma has a population of 2,716 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Longtown, OK?
The median household income in Longtown is $56,333, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Longtown, OK?
The poverty rate in Longtown is 15.1%. This means approximately 409 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Longtown, Oklahoma?
Longtown's population is 90.6% White, 0.0% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Longtown, OK?
The median home value in Longtown is $184,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Longtown, Oklahoma?
22.4% of adults (25+) in Longtown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.