Sportmans Shores, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sportmans Shores, Oklahoma had a total population of 168, the 578th largest community in Oklahoma. The poverty rate is 19.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 16.4% is notably above the national average.
Sportmans Shores Quick Facts
How Sportmans Shores 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 | 166 | 168 | +1.2% |
How Sportmans Shores 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+)
Sportmans Shores 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 Sportmans Shores
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany | 169 | $46,607 | $85,000 | 5.4% | 5.3% |
| Davidson | 169 | $33,750 | $40,500 | 10.3% | 25.4% |
| Narcissa | 167 | $68,977 | $149,200 | 6.2% | 7.8% |
| Foss | 170 | $46,250 | $82,800 | 34.8% | 30.0% |
| Kenefic | 170 | $52,250 | $65,000 | 10.2% | 26.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 168, Sportmans Shores'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
Sportmans Shores is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Mayes County. The total population is 168. It ranks as the 578th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sportmans Shores is 42.6 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 37.0 years. Only 7.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 19.1%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 16.4%. This is 230% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $74,700. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $199,800. 74.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sportmans Shores is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.4% of the population.
Education
8.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 72% 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 92.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sportmans Shores, 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 Sportmans Shores, Oklahoma?
Sportmans Shores, Oklahoma has a population of 168 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sportmans Shores, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sportmans Shores — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sportmans Shores, OK?
The poverty rate in Sportmans Shores is 19.1%. This means approximately 32 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sportmans Shores, Oklahoma?
Sportmans Shores's population is 77.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sportmans Shores, OK?
The median home value in Sportmans Shores is $74,700.
How educated is Sportmans Shores, Oklahoma?
8.0% of adults (25+) in Sportmans Shores hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.