Vera, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Vera, Oklahoma had a total population of 323, the 447th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $63,438, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Vera Quick Facts
How Vera 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 | 563 | 323 | -42.6% |
How Vera 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Vera Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Washington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bartlesville | 37,878 | $58,869 | 17.2% | $167,200 |
| Dewey | 3,412 | $42,695 | 23.0% | $119,000 |
| Copan | 772 | $31,987 | 14.6% | $107,400 |
| Ramona | 629 | $38,056 | 16.3% | $105,400 |
| Ochelata | 599 | $61,250 | 9.3% | $96,300 |
Cities Similar to Vera
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldon | 326 | N/A | $132,100 | 39.0% | 10.7% |
| Taloga | 327 | $63,750 | $115,600 | 26.9% | 22.0% |
| Chance | 315 | N/A | $156,300 | 7.3% | 3.2% |
| Gracemont | 321 | $60,000 | N/A | 4.9% | 19.3% |
| Prue | 329 | $60,938 | $119,600 | 6.6% | 12.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 323, Vera'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
Vera is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Washington County. The total population is 323. It ranks as the 447th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Vera is 41.3 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Vera is $63,438. This is 2% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.6%. This is 64% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. 77.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Vera is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.6%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
29.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% 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 91.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Vera, 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 Vera, Oklahoma?
Vera, Oklahoma has a population of 323 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Vera, OK?
The median household income in Vera is $63,438, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Vera, OK?
The poverty rate in Vera is 5.6%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Vera, Oklahoma?
Vera's population is 75.8% White, 0.0% Black, 5.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Vera, OK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Vera — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Vera, Oklahoma?
29.9% of adults (25+) in Vera hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.