Paoli town, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Paoli town, Oklahoma Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.4x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Paoli town, Oklahoma has a total population of 650, the 316th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $59,250, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.3%.

Key Takeaways

Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.

Paoli town Quick Facts

Population 650

Median Household Income $59,250

Median Home Value $82,100

Poverty Rate 19.3%

Unemployment Rate 2.2%

Median Age 32.9 years

Homeownership Rate 67.7%

Affordability Ratio 1.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.0%

High School Graduation Rate 92.6%

Diversity Index 45/100

Population 650 316th of 834

Median Income $59,250 above average

Poverty Rate 19.3% 55% higher national

Median Home Value $82,100 below average

How Paoli town Compares

Median Household Income

Paoli town

$59,250

$63,603

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Paoli town

$82,100

$185,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.8%

$25K-$50K 18.5%

$50K-$100K 38.2%

$100K+ 23.5%

Employment

2.2% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

59.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.7%

Renter 32.4%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

31.2%

18-34

21.5%

35-54

22.1%

55-74

21.7%

75+

3.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Paoli town Rankings in Oklahoma

#316 Population of 834

#241 Median Income of 834

#413 Education of 834

#498 Home Value of 834

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Cities Similar to Paoli town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Olustee town	634	$60,776	$104,700	7.7%	16.0%
Ochelata town	637	$55,703	$91,600	8.2%	13.0%
Adair town	661	$63,750	$175,000	19.0%	16.5%
South Coffeyville town	662	$52,917	$94,700	11.5%	12.5%
Cherry Tree CDP	669	$53,393	$103,300	6.3%	23.5%

Population Overview

Paoli town is a small community located in Oklahoma. The total population is 650. It ranks as the 316th most populous out of 834 cities and towns in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Paoli town is 32.9 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 36.9 years. With 31.2% of the population under 18, Paoli town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Paoli town is $59,250. This is 7% lower than the state median of $63,603. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 25% lower. The poverty rate stands at 19.3%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $82,100. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $185,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Paoli town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Paoli town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 67.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.4%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 6.9%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.3%.

Education

14.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 92.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Paoli town, Oklahoma is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Paoli town, Oklahoma?

Paoli town, Oklahoma has a population of 650 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Paoli town, OK?

The median household income in Paoli town is $59,250, which is 25% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Paoli town, OK?

The poverty rate in Paoli town is 19.3%. This means approximately 124 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Paoli town, Oklahoma?

Paoli town's population is 67.5% White, 0.1% Black, 9.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Paoli town, OK?

The median home value in Paoli town is $82,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.

How educated is Paoli town, Oklahoma?

14.0% of adults (25+) in Paoli town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.