Sour John, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sour John, Oklahoma had a total population of 80, the 705th largest community in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 25.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Sour John Quick Facts
How Sour John 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 | 76 | 80 | +5.3% |
| Median home value | $66,000 | $67,800 | +2.7% |
How Sour John 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+)
Sour John Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Muskogee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muskogee | 36,758 | $50,213 | 24.1% | $146,100 |
| Fort Gibson | 3,808 | $68,378 | 11.9% | $181,100 |
| Norwood | 1,752 | $88,661 | 8.2% | $243,000 |
| Warner | 1,613 | $55,479 | 19.9% | $108,600 |
| Haskell | 1,549 | $33,750 | 20.7% | $117,000 |
| Keefton | 759 | $56,438 | 15.8% | $252,100 |
| Porum | 584 | $31,803 | 28.8% | $103,300 |
| Simms | 463 | $79,417 | 11.9% | $120,700 |
| Sand Hill | 326 | $46,250 | 22.1% | $133,300 |
| Webbers Falls | 316 | $84,250 | 13.6% | $110,500 |
Cities Similar to Sour John
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazie | 81 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Pinhook Corner | 79 | $76,146 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Hoffman | 82 | $32,159 | N/A | 16.1% | 31.7% |
| Carlton Landing | 78 | $191,250 | $714,300 | 60.0% | 0.0% |
| Olive | 78 | N/A | $167,500 | 0.0% | 42.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 80, Sour John'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
Sour John is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Muskogee County. The total population is 80. It ranks as the 705th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sour John is 69.3 years. This is 87% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 25.0%. This is 63% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Sour John, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $67,800. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $199,800. 82.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sour John has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.8% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (98.8% vs 62.1%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 18.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sour John, 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 Sour John, Oklahoma?
Sour John, Oklahoma has a population of 80 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sour John, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sour John — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sour John, OK?
The poverty rate in Sour John is 25.0%. This means approximately 20 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sour John, Oklahoma?
Sour John's population is 98.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sour John, OK?
The median home value in Sour John is $67,800.
How educated is Sour John, Oklahoma?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Sour John hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.