Optima, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Optima, Oklahoma had a total population of 72, the 716th largest town in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 45.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (45.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 6.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Optima Quick Facts
How Optima 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 | 226 | 72 | -68.1% |
| Median home value | $73,800 | $32,500 | -56.0% |
How Optima 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+)
Optima Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Texas County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guymon | 12,539 | $60,075 | 13.2% | $182,000 |
| Hooker | 1,786 | $48,571 | 28.4% | $158,100 |
| Goodwell | 1,122 | $88,424 | 5.9% | $127,700 |
| Tyrone | 1,082 | $2,499 | 62.1% | $55,400 |
| Texhoma | 992 | $61,366 | 15.1% | $130,200 |
| Hardesty | 404 | $87,808 | 27.5% | $47,600 |
| Adams | 103 | N/A | 4.9% | N/A |
| Hough | 21 | N/A | 0.0% | $137,500 |
| Baker | 3 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Optima
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bache | 72 | $28,393 | N/A | 0.0% | 26.4% |
| Yeager | 73 | $55,875 | $109,600 | 50.0% | 34.3% |
| Sycamore | 71 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 31.0% |
| Finley | 74 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Drowning Creek | 70 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 18.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 72, Optima'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
Optima is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Texas County. The total population is 72. It ranks as the 716th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Optima is 34.9 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 37.0 years. Only 11.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 45.8%. This is 199% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Optima, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $32,500. Housing costs are 84% lower than the state median of $199,800. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 52% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Optima has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 87.5% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 12.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (12.5%) is well below the state average of 62.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (87.5% vs 12.7%).
Education
6.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% 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 59.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Optima, 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 Optima, Oklahoma?
Optima, Oklahoma has a population of 72 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Optima, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Optima — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Optima, OK?
The poverty rate in Optima is 45.8%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Optima, Oklahoma?
Optima's population is 12.5% White, 0.0% Black, 87.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Optima, OK?
The median home value in Optima is $32,500.
How educated is Optima, Oklahoma?
6.3% of adults (25+) in Optima hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.