Sams Corner, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sams Corner, Oklahoma had a total population of 94, the 680th largest community in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 12.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 51.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Oklahoma.
Sams Corner Quick Facts
How Sams Corner 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 | 149 | 94 | -36.9% |
| Median home value | $224,100 | $234,800 | +4.8% |
How Sams Corner 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+)
Sams Corner 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 Sams Corner
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loco | 94 | $40,313 | $45,000 | 3.6% | 34.0% |
| Shamrock | 94 | $27,750 | N/A | 14.9% | 26.6% |
| Loyal | 95 | N/A | $86,000 | 10.2% | 57.9% |
| Ratliff City | 95 | $29,375 | $112,500 | 2.4% | 15.8% |
| St. Louis | 93 | $36,250 | $85,000 | 9.5% | 23.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 94, Sams Corner'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
Sams Corner is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Mayes County. The total population is 94. It ranks as the 680th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sams Corner is 61.8 years. This is 67% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Sams Corner, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $234,800. Housing costs are 18% higher 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
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sams Corner is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.7% of the population.
Education
51.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Sams Corner in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 80% higher 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 Sams Corner, 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 Sams Corner, Oklahoma?
Sams Corner, Oklahoma has a population of 94 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sams Corner, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sams Corner — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sams Corner, OK?
The poverty rate in Sams Corner is 12.8%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sams Corner, Oklahoma?
Sams Corner's population is 78.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sams Corner, OK?
The median home value in Sams Corner is $234,800.
How educated is Sams Corner, Oklahoma?
51.1% of adults (25+) in Sams Corner hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.