Oakland, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oakland, Oklahoma had a total population of 1,142, the 214th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $61,250, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x.
Oakland Quick Facts
How Oakland 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 | 1,076 | 1,142 | +6.1% |
| Median household income | $57,768 | $61,250 | +6.0% |
| Median home value | $84,600 | $109,400 | +29.3% |
How Oakland 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Oakland Rankings in Oklahoma
Explore Oklahoma Rankings
Other Cities in Marshall County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madill | 4,004 | $47,522 | 20.0% | $109,600 |
| Kingston | 1,742 | $45,536 | 13.6% | $124,500 |
| Cumberland | 533 | $60,904 | 14.6% | $178,700 |
| Lebanon | 200 | $63,750 | 35.5% | $117,300 |
| Little City | 122 | N/A | 0.0% | $89,500 |
| New Woodville | 83 | N/A | 69.9% | N/A |
| McBride | 40 | N/A | 72.5% | $281,300 |
Cities Similar to Oakland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas | 1,170 | $62,500 | $135,400 | 21.8% | 13.7% |
| Gore | 1,114 | $63,036 | $205,200 | 21.9% | 19.2% |
| Waukomis | 1,076 | $61,339 | $149,000 | 14.3% | 18.4% |
| Okeene | 1,212 | $57,917 | $112,000 | 22.6% | 30.6% |
| Geronimo | 1,155 | $73,611 | $93,500 | 19.3% | 10.7% |
Population Overview
Oakland is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Marshall County. The total population is 1,142. It ranks as the 214th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oakland is 36.0 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Oakland is $61,250. 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 20.6%. This is 34% 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 5.3%. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $109,400. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Oakland is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Oakland is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 34.4%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 6.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (44.2% vs 12.7%). The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.
Education
12.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 68.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oakland, 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.
Free data download: Get all Oklahoma city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Oakland, Oklahoma?
Oakland, Oklahoma has a population of 1,142 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oakland, OK?
The median household income in Oakland is $61,250, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oakland, OK?
The poverty rate in Oakland is 20.6%. This means approximately 233 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oakland, Oklahoma?
Oakland's population is 34.4% White, 0.2% Black, 44.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oakland, OK?
The median home value in Oakland is $109,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Oakland, Oklahoma?
12.1% of adults (25+) in Oakland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.