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Longtown, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

Oldest CityAmong the oldest communities in Oklahoma with a median age of 59.8 years

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

Population 2,716
Median Household Income $56,333
Median Home Value $184,200
Poverty Rate 15.1%
Unemployment Rate 5.1%
Median Age 59.8 years
Homeownership Rate 85.7%
Affordability Ratio 3.3x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.4%
High School Graduation Rate 91.4%
Diversity Index 18/100
Population 2,716 128th of 834
Median Income $56,333 average
Poverty Rate 15.1% 21% higher than national
Median Home Value $184,200 top 20%

How Longtown Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,8362,716-4.2%
Median household income$57,655$56,333-2.3%
Median home value$178,400$184,200+3.3%

How Longtown Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.6%
$25K-$50K 26.0%
$50K-$100K 32.9%
$100K+ 20.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.6%
$10K-$15K
3.4%
$15K-$20K
7.0%
$20K-$25K
5.6%
$25K-$30K
4.2%
$30K-$35K
4.8%
$35K-$40K
6.5%
$40K-$45K
6.2%
$45K-$50K
4.2%
$50K-$60K
6.6%
$60K-$75K
15.6%
$75K-$100K
10.6%
$100K-$125K
8.2%
$125K-$150K
2.6%
$150K-$200K
6.4%
$200K+
3.3%

Employment

5.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0%|National: 5.2%
40.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.7%
Renter 14.3%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.3x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $891/mo 19.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

18out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Longtown Rankings in Oklahoma

#128 Population of 834
#310 Median Income of 716
#203 Education of 833
#117 Home Value of 723

Other Cities in Pittsburg County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome 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.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Fairview2,687$54,688$131,30017.0%19.0%
Watonga2,623$54,081$89,7009.4%19.2%
Stroud2,793$61,250$125,00013.3%24.0%
Davis2,814$51,875$109,70013.4%18.3%
Mangum2,755$49,470$96,50018.6%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.