Piney, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Piney, Oklahoma had a total population of 84, the 698th largest community in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 46.4%.
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 (46.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 50.0% is notably above the national average.
Piney Quick Facts
How Piney 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 | 52 | 84 | +61.5% |
How Piney Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Piney Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Adair County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stilwell | 3,755 | $37,292 | 34.2% | $101,600 |
| Westville | 1,743 | $39,400 | 34.1% | $68,500 |
| Fairfield | 690 | $87,625 | 17.4% | $93,300 |
| Chewey | 642 | $83,313 | 40.3% | $125,000 |
| Cherry Tree | 585 | $63,000 | 23.2% | $114,100 |
| Lyons Switch | 569 | $70,417 | 17.8% | $185,800 |
| Rocky Mountain | 532 | $52,500 | 17.3% | $153,900 |
| Titanic | 419 | $67,500 | 12.8% | $160,700 |
| Baron | 413 | $90,583 | 0.0% | $173,800 |
| Bell | 384 | $63,688 | 32.8% | $145,000 |
Cities Similar to Piney
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atwood | 84 | N/A | $77,500 | 10.9% | 60.7% |
| West Peavine | 84 | $47,708 | $125,000 | 0.0% | 20.2% |
| Deer Lick | 85 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 61.2% |
| Gerty | 83 | N/A | $80,000 | 9.5% | 32.5% |
| New Woodville | 83 | N/A | N/A | 19.6% | 69.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 84, Piney'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
Piney is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Adair County. The total population is 84. It ranks as the 698th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Piney is 38.3 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. With 33.3% of the population under 18, Piney has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 46.4%. This is 203% 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 50.0%. This is 904% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 52% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Piney is Asian, making up 46.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 42.9%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (46.4% vs 2.4%).
Education
16.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 28.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Piney, 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 Piney, Oklahoma?
Piney, Oklahoma has a population of 84 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Piney, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Piney — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Piney, OK?
The poverty rate in Piney is 46.4%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Piney, Oklahoma?
Piney's population is 42.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 46.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Piney, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Piney — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Piney, Oklahoma?
16.1% of adults (25+) in Piney hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.