Seiling, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Seiling, Oklahoma had a total population of 824, the 275th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $53,409, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Seiling Quick Facts
How Seiling 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 | 863 | 824 | -4.5% |
| Median household income | $54,318 | $53,409 | -1.7% |
| Median home value | $163,400 | $163,600 | +0.1% |
How Seiling 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+)
Seiling Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Major County
Cities Similar to Seiling
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyril | 841 | $55,000 | $109,000 | 22.9% | 11.6% |
| Sunray | 854 | N/A | $87,800 | 10.8% | 19.2% |
| Ryan | 795 | $53,092 | $48,400 | 7.1% | 23.8% |
| Geary | 841 | $50,677 | $67,900 | 10.4% | 33.3% |
| Howe | 791 | $52,031 | $108,600 | 8.8% | 30.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 824, Seiling'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
Seiling is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Major County. The total population is 824. It ranks as the 275th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Seiling is 31.5 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 37.0 years. With 35.8% of the population under 18, Seiling has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Seiling is $53,409. This is 18% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Seiling, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $163,600. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 71.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Seiling is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
17.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 95.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Seiling, 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 Seiling, Oklahoma?
Seiling, Oklahoma has a population of 824 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Seiling, OK?
The median household income in Seiling is $53,409, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Seiling, OK?
The poverty rate in Seiling is 12.4%. This means approximately 100 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Seiling, Oklahoma?
Seiling's population is 73.8% White, 0.0% Black, 5.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Seiling, OK?
The median home value in Seiling is $163,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Seiling, Oklahoma?
17.8% of adults (25+) in Seiling hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.