Sawyer, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sawyer, Oklahoma had a total population of 432, the 388th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $67,188, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Sawyer Quick Facts
How Sawyer 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 | 424 | 432 | +1.9% |
| Median household income | $67,500 | $67,188 | -0.5% |
| Median home value | $157,300 | $159,700 | +1.5% |
How Sawyer 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Sawyer Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Choctaw County
Cities Similar to Sawyer
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titanic | 419 | $67,500 | $160,700 | 12.0% | 12.8% |
| McCurtain | 410 | N/A | $46,000 | 8.5% | 39.4% |
| Katie | 429 | $56,375 | $155,000 | 10.5% | 9.6% |
| Stringtown | 409 | $60,682 | $106,300 | 17.4% | 15.2% |
| Stonewall | 445 | $56,250 | $82,500 | 11.1% | 8.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 432, Sawyer'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
Sawyer is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Choctaw County. The total population is 432. It ranks as the 388th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sawyer is 49.8 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. 19.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sawyer is $67,188. This is 3% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Sawyer, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $159,700. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Sawyer is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sawyer is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 12.7%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.
Education
17.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% lower 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 Sawyer, 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 Sawyer, Oklahoma?
Sawyer, Oklahoma has a population of 432 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sawyer, OK?
The median household income in Sawyer is $67,188, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sawyer, OK?
The poverty rate in Sawyer is 14.0%. This means approximately 60 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sawyer, Oklahoma?
Sawyer's population is 68.8% White, 0.0% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sawyer, OK?
The median home value in Sawyer is $159,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Sawyer, Oklahoma?
17.0% of adults (25+) in Sawyer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.