Tushka, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tushka, Oklahoma had a total population of 559, the 339th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $31,250, which is 52% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 41.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 52% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (41.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Tushka Quick Facts
How Tushka 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 | 498 | 559 | +12.2% |
| Median household income | $28,611 | $31,250 | +9.2% |
| Median home value | $112,500 | $119,400 | +6.1% |
How Tushka 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+)
Tushka Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Atoka County
Cities Similar to Tushka
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porum | 584 | $31,803 | $103,300 | 3.4% | 28.8% |
| Red Oak | 539 | $35,463 | $71,300 | 9.9% | 29.1% |
| Nicut | 609 | $36,164 | $66,400 | 19.9% | 66.1% |
| Clayton | 568 | $23,214 | $56,300 | 8.6% | 38.2% |
| Bokchito | 536 | $41,250 | $97,700 | 10.3% | 18.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 559, Tushka'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
Tushka is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Atoka County. The total population is 559. It ranks as the 339th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tushka is 29.9 years. This is 19% lower than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tushka is $31,250. This is 52% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 61% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 41.4%. This is 170% 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 unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 43% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $119,400. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 27.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 58% lower than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Tushka is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.5%. The Black or African American population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.
Education
12.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% 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 86.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tushka, 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 Tushka, Oklahoma?
Tushka, Oklahoma has a population of 559 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tushka, OK?
The median household income in Tushka is $31,250, which is 61% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tushka, OK?
The poverty rate in Tushka is 41.4%. This means approximately 230 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tushka, Oklahoma?
Tushka's population is 59.6% White, 2.3% Black, 7.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tushka, OK?
The median home value in Tushka is $119,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Tushka, Oklahoma?
12.8% of adults (25+) in Tushka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.