Meridian, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Meridian, Oklahoma had a total population of 18, the 810th largest town in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 5.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Meridian Quick Facts
How Meridian 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 | 19 | 18 | -5.3% |
How Meridian 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+)
Meridian Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Logan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guthrie | 11,243 | $53,457 | 19.4% | $186,600 |
| Langston | 1,692 | N/A | 9.4% | $206,600 |
| Crescent | 1,527 | $62,813 | 19.3% | $154,700 |
| Cashion | 1,148 | $96,970 | 6.6% | $195,700 |
| Coyle | 522 | $83,331 | 7.9% | $23,000 |
| Cedar Valley | 450 | $126,786 | 4.2% | $348,800 |
| Marshall | 256 | $60,466 | 15.2% | $33,100 |
| Crescent Springs | 204 | N/A | 18.6% | N/A |
| Cimarron City | 150 | $104,250 | 9.3% | $311,500 |
| Twin Lakes | 127 | N/A | 18.9% | $63,900 |
Cities Similar to Meridian
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avard | 18 | $81,000 | N/A | 62.5% | 27.8% |
| Bentley | 18 | $51,250 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Durham | 18 | $58,750 | $56,300 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Elohim City | 18 | N/A | N/A | 45.5% | 0.0% |
| Byron | 19 | N/A | N/A | 29.4% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 18, Meridian'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
Meridian is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Logan County. The total population is 18. It ranks as the 810th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Meridian is 70.7 years. This is 91% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. 44.4% 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 5.6%. This is 64% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. 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 Meridian was recorded as Black or African American. 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
16.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% lower than the state rate of 28.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample. Notably, 16.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Meridian, 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 Meridian, Oklahoma?
Meridian, Oklahoma has a population of 18 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Meridian, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Meridian — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Meridian, OK?
The poverty rate in Meridian is 5.6%. This means approximately 1 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Meridian, Oklahoma?
Meridian's population is 0.0% White, 100.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Meridian, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Meridian — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Meridian, Oklahoma?
16.7% of adults (25+) in Meridian hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.