Sparrowhawk, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sparrowhawk, Oklahoma had a total population of 183, the 562nd largest community in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 41.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Oklahoma.
Sparrowhawk Quick Facts
How Sparrowhawk 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 | 185 | 183 | -1.1% |
| Median home value | $184,900 | $182,300 | -1.4% |
How Sparrowhawk 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+)
Sparrowhawk Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Cherokee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tahlequah | 16,935 | $49,581 | 18.4% | $185,400 |
| Park Hill | 3,237 | $47,064 | 23.7% | $174,400 |
| Grandview | 1,251 | $73,688 | 18.5% | $164,800 |
| Briggs | 1,131 | $47,250 | 28.4% | $111,900 |
| Moodys | 1,108 | $49,355 | 18.5% | $400,500 |
| Woodall | 1,050 | $58,571 | 19.0% | $221,800 |
| Keys | 982 | $38,600 | 32.2% | $130,200 |
| Cookson | 921 | $49,983 | 6.6% | $110,700 |
| Peggs | 858 | $61,731 | 22.1% | $108,800 |
| Lost City | 852 | $64,375 | 6.8% | $154,400 |
Cities Similar to Sparrowhawk
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarita | 184 | $32,206 | $92,800 | 23.5% | 3.8% |
| Disney | 182 | $46,875 | $160,400 | 11.7% | 26.4% |
| New Eucha | 185 | N/A | N/A | 31.5% | 14.1% |
| Pocasset | 181 | $49,167 | $96,000 | 10.0% | 23.2% |
| Woodlawn Park | 180 | $90,625 | $283,800 | 70.9% | 2.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 183, Sparrowhawk'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
Sparrowhawk is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Cherokee County. The total population is 183. It ranks as the 562nd most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sparrowhawk is 61.4 years. This is 66% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Sparrowhawk. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Sparrowhawk, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $182,300. Housing costs are 9% lower 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 Sparrowhawk is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.7% of the population.
Education
41.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Sparrowhawk in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 46% higher 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 90.7%. Notably, 21.9% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sparrowhawk, 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 Sparrowhawk, Oklahoma?
Sparrowhawk, Oklahoma has a population of 183 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sparrowhawk, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sparrowhawk — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sparrowhawk, OK?
The ACS sample for Sparrowhawk recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Sparrowhawk, Oklahoma?
Sparrowhawk's population is 78.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sparrowhawk, OK?
The median home value in Sparrowhawk is $182,300.
How educated is Sparrowhawk, Oklahoma?
41.5% of adults (25+) in Sparrowhawk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 21.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.