Ottawa County, Oklahoma Demographics 2026
Ottawa County, Oklahoma has a population of 30,360, the 32nd most populous county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $48,656 and the median home value is $114,300. The poverty rate is 20.7%.
Ottawa County Quick Facts
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: 57 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Ottawa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | 12,960 | $45,900 | 22.8% | $102,600 |
| Commerce | 2,259 | $35,298 | 34.6% | $71,500 |
| Fairland | 1,234 | $42,083 | 12.5% | $87,000 |
| Afton | 804 | $46,571 | 18.0% | $85,600 |
| Quapaw | 797 | $48,523 | 24.1% | $85,300 |
| Wyandotte | 443 | $41,750 | 21.0% | $73,300 |
| North Miami | 279 | $45,000 | 26.1% | $62,800 |
| Dotyville | 188 | $68,750 | 60.1% | N/A |
| Narcissa | 112 | $65,455 | 7.1% | $141,100 |
| Peoria | 97 | $28,510 | 28.9% | $126,100 |
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Population Overview
Ottawa County is located in Oklahoma with a total population of 30,360. It is the 32nd most populous county out of 77 in Oklahoma. The county encompasses 10 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ottawa County is 37.3 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 36.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ottawa County is $48,656. This is 24% lower than the state median of $63,603. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $78,538. 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 3.5%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $114,300. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $185,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Ottawa County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ottawa County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 6.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 2.3%.
Education
15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Ottawa County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023), with comparisons drawn against Oklahoma and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Ottawa County, Oklahoma?
Ottawa County has a population of 30,360, making it the 32nd most populous county in Oklahoma.
What is the median income in Ottawa County?
The median household income in Ottawa County is $48,656 with a poverty rate of 20.7%.
How many cities are in Ottawa County, Oklahoma?
Ottawa County contains 10 Census-designated places.