Wauhillau, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wauhillau, Oklahoma had a total population of 309, the 456th largest community in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $29,760, which is 54% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 54% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Wauhillau Quick Facts
How Wauhillau 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 | 376 | 309 | -17.8% |
| Median household income | $30,000 | $29,760 | -0.8% |
| Median home value | $118,500 | $132,800 | +12.1% |
How Wauhillau 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+)
Wauhillau Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Adair County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stilwell | 3,755 | $37,292 | 34.2% | $101,600 |
| Westville | 1,743 | $39,400 | 34.1% | $68,500 |
| Fairfield | 690 | $87,625 | 17.4% | $93,300 |
| Chewey | 642 | $83,313 | 40.3% | $125,000 |
| Cherry Tree | 585 | $63,000 | 23.2% | $114,100 |
| Lyons Switch | 569 | $70,417 | 17.8% | $185,800 |
| Rocky Mountain | 532 | $52,500 | 17.3% | $153,900 |
| Titanic | 419 | $67,500 | 12.8% | $160,700 |
| Baron | 413 | $90,583 | 0.0% | $173,800 |
| Bell | 384 | $63,688 | 32.8% | $145,000 |
Cities Similar to Wauhillau
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chance | 315 | N/A | $156,300 | 7.3% | 3.2% |
| Old Green | 301 | N/A | $169,500 | 8.8% | 11.6% |
| Short | 299 | N/A | $113,700 | 8.9% | 57.2% |
| Eldon | 326 | N/A | $132,100 | 39.0% | 10.7% |
| Tenkiller | 285 | N/A | $152,500 | 16.6% | 39.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 309, Wauhillau'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
Wauhillau is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Adair County. The total population is 309. It ranks as the 456th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wauhillau is 30.2 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 37.0 years. With 38.2% of the population under 18, Wauhillau has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wauhillau is $29,760. This is 54% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 63% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.9%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 6.2%. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $132,800. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 92.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wauhillau is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (22.7%) is well below the state average of 62.1%.
Education
29.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% 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 83.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wauhillau, 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 Wauhillau, Oklahoma?
Wauhillau, Oklahoma has a population of 309 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wauhillau, OK?
The median household income in Wauhillau is $29,760, which is 63% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wauhillau, OK?
The poverty rate in Wauhillau is 13.9%. This means approximately 43 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wauhillau, Oklahoma?
Wauhillau's population is 22.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wauhillau, OK?
The median home value in Wauhillau is $132,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.
How educated is Wauhillau, Oklahoma?
29.9% of adults (25+) in Wauhillau hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.