May, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, May, Oklahoma had a total population of 29, the 795th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $61,146, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 58.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Oklahoma.
- Unemployment rate of 18.2% is notably above the national average.
May Quick Facts
How May 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 | 30 | 29 | -3.3% |
| Median household income | $35,000 | $61,146 | +74.7% |
How May 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+)
May Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Harper County
Cities Similar to May
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zion | 29 | N/A | $116,700 | 75.0% | 0.0% |
| Old Eucha | 30 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 3.3% |
| Erin Springs | 31 | N/A | N/A | 22.6% | 12.9% |
| Lima | 31 | N/A | $23,500 | 0.0% | 67.7% |
| Golden | 32 | $60,500 | $80,000 | 10.0% | 12.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 29, May'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
May is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Harper County. The total population is 29. It ranks as the 795th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in May is 65.2 years. This is 76% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in May is $61,146. This is 6% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.7%. This is 35% 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 18.2%. This is 265% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. 87.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
May has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.5% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.5% vs 62.1%).
Education
58.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places May in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 107% 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 96.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for May, 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 May, Oklahoma?
May, Oklahoma has a population of 29 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in May, OK?
The median household income in May is $61,146, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in May, OK?
The poverty rate in May is 20.7%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of May, Oklahoma?
May's population is 96.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in May, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for May — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is May, Oklahoma?
58.6% of adults (25+) in May hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.