Rose, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rose, Oklahoma had a total population of 225, the 525th largest community in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $64,145, which is 1% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 38.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Oklahoma.
Rose Quick Facts
How Rose 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 | 158 | 225 | +42.4% |
| Median household income | $61,875 | $64,145 | +3.7% |
| Median home value | $141,300 | $169,300 | +19.8% |
How Rose 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+)
Rose Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Mayes County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pryor Creek | 9,569 | $44,839 | 20.5% | $166,400 |
| Chouteau | 2,129 | $60,208 | 8.3% | $190,100 |
| Locust Grove | 1,453 | $49,398 | 18.1% | $106,900 |
| Salina | 1,148 | $42,596 | 32.6% | $98,300 |
| Wickliffe | 745 | $42,232 | 20.3% | $119,000 |
| Adair | 650 | $77,656 | 14.7% | $202,600 |
| Langley | 616 | $56,300 | 20.6% | $110,800 |
| Sportsmen Acres | 499 | $54,306 | 12.8% | $142,900 |
| Little Rock | 399 | $108,481 | 19.1% | $221,400 |
| Spavinaw | 359 | $32,813 | 39.1% | $67,900 |
Cities Similar to Rose
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gene Autry | 224 | $63,125 | $96,700 | 11.3% | 22.6% |
| Duchess Landing | 214 | N/A | N/A | 36.1% | 0.0% |
| Ingalls | 229 | $68,750 | N/A | 44.6% | 16.2% |
| Lehigh | 223 | $57,756 | $179,500 | 3.0% | 30.0% |
| Breckenridge | 239 | $64,688 | $143,800 | 17.9% | 7.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 225, Rose'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
Rose is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Mayes County. The total population is 225. It ranks as the 525th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rose is 48.8 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. Only 12.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Rose is $64,145. This is 1% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.0%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Rose, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $169,300. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Rose is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 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 Rose is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.3% of the population. Asian residents account for 1.8%.
Education
38.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Rose in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 34% higher 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 92.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rose, 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 Rose, Oklahoma?
Rose, Oklahoma has a population of 225 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rose, OK?
The median household income in Rose is $64,145, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rose, OK?
The poverty rate in Rose is 8.0%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rose, Oklahoma?
Rose's population is 53.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rose, OK?
The median home value in Rose is $169,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Rose, Oklahoma?
38.1% of adults (25+) in Rose hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.