Ninnekah, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ninnekah, Oklahoma had a total population of 966, the 243rd largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $68,750, which is 6% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Ninnekah Quick Facts
How Ninnekah 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 | 944 | 966 | +2.3% |
| Median household income | $69,087 | $68,750 | -0.5% |
| Median home value | $181,200 | $193,300 | +6.7% |
How Ninnekah 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+)
Ninnekah Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Grady County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chickasha | 16,539 | $54,111 | 17.5% | $130,300 |
| Blanchard | 9,215 | $91,473 | 7.9% | $295,000 |
| Tuttle | 8,040 | $103,994 | 5.3% | $320,500 |
| Minco | 1,607 | $61,000 | 11.3% | $145,900 |
| Rush Springs | 1,299 | $45,125 | 25.6% | $85,700 |
| Alex | 529 | $69,444 | 9.9% | $81,300 |
| Amber | 445 | $55,313 | 13.5% | $116,100 |
| Verden | 441 | $42,500 | 22.9% | $100,000 |
| Bridge Creek | 356 | $98,750 | 4.0% | $275,000 |
| Middleberg | 218 | $101,284 | 17.9% | $162,800 |
Cities Similar to Ninnekah
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bray | 979 | $73,897 | $166,700 | 10.8% | 12.4% |
| Burneyville | 935 | $73,558 | $162,900 | 22.4% | 20.9% |
| Texhoma | 992 | $61,366 | $130,200 | 28.4% | 15.1% |
| Taylor Ferry | 906 | $73,421 | $235,900 | 29.6% | 8.8% |
| Dibble | 1,045 | $71,471 | $186,100 | 15.8% | 19.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 966, Ninnekah'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
Ninnekah is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Grady County. The total population is 966. It ranks as the 243rd most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ninnekah is 45.4 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ninnekah is $68,750. This is 6% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.5%. This is 57% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $193,300. Housing costs are 3% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Ninnekah is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ninnekah is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.8%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 6.8%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.
Education
13.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 92.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ninnekah, 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 Ninnekah, Oklahoma?
Ninnekah, Oklahoma has a population of 966 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ninnekah, OK?
The median household income in Ninnekah is $68,750, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ninnekah, OK?
The poverty rate in Ninnekah is 6.5%. This means approximately 63 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ninnekah, Oklahoma?
Ninnekah's population is 81.4% White, 0.3% Black, 6.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ninnekah, OK?
The median home value in Ninnekah is $193,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Ninnekah, Oklahoma?
13.0% of adults (25+) in Ninnekah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.