Snake Creek, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Snake Creek, Oklahoma had a total population of 273, the 490th largest community in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $108,750, which is 67% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 67% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Oklahoma.
- Only 5.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Snake Creek Quick Facts
How Snake Creek 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 | 300 | 273 | -9.0% |
How Snake Creek 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+)
Snake Creek 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 Snake Creek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Lake Towne | 271 | N/A | $270,100 | 10.4% | 42.1% |
| Zena | 280 | N/A | N/A | 6.8% | 15.0% |
| Cloud Creek | 266 | N/A | N/A | 24.3% | 42.5% |
| Quinlan | 262 | N/A | N/A | 68.7% | 0.0% |
| Tenkiller | 285 | N/A | $152,500 | 16.6% | 39.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 273, Snake Creek'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
Snake Creek is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Mayes County. The total population is 273. It ranks as the 490th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Snake Creek is 54.8 years. This is 48% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. Only 13.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Snake Creek is $108,750. This is 67% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 35% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Snake Creek, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 83.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Snake Creek is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population.
Education
5.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 76.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Snake Creek, 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 Snake Creek, Oklahoma?
Snake Creek, Oklahoma has a population of 273 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Snake Creek, OK?
The median household income in Snake Creek is $108,750, which is 35% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Snake Creek, OK?
The poverty rate in Snake Creek is 12.1%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Snake Creek, Oklahoma?
Snake Creek's population is 44.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Snake Creek, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Snake Creek — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Snake Creek, Oklahoma?
5.9% of adults (25+) in Snake Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.