Waukomis, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Waukomis, Oklahoma had a total population of 1,076, the 225th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $61,339, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.2%.
Waukomis Quick Facts
How Waukomis 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 | 1,070 | 1,076 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $59,323 | $61,339 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $123,300 | $149,000 | +20.8% |
How Waukomis 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+)
Waukomis Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Garfield County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enid | 50,653 | $62,125 | 13.7% | $154,900 |
| North Enid | 1,136 | $79,554 | 4.0% | $183,200 |
| Garber | 708 | $67,625 | 17.6% | $69,400 |
| Lahoma | 485 | $74,464 | 13.9% | $94,600 |
| Drummond | 397 | $127,321 | 3.0% | N/A |
| Covington | 297 | $86,964 | 5.7% | $85,600 |
| Kremlin | 267 | $79,167 | 3.4% | $155,100 |
| Breckenridge | 239 | $64,688 | 7.1% | $143,800 |
| Fairmont | 158 | $76,250 | 10.1% | N/A |
| Hunter | 139 | $81,500 | 8.2% | $94,200 |
Cities Similar to Waukomis
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodall | 1,050 | $58,571 | $221,800 | 27.5% | 19.0% |
| Gore | 1,114 | $63,036 | $205,200 | 21.9% | 19.2% |
| Apache | 1,034 | $59,375 | $86,100 | 19.5% | 19.3% |
| Oakland | 1,142 | $61,250 | $109,400 | 12.1% | 20.6% |
| Texhoma | 992 | $61,366 | $130,200 | 28.4% | 15.1% |
Population Overview
Waukomis is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Garfield County. The total population is 1,076. It ranks as the 225th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Waukomis is 48.3 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Waukomis is $61,339. This is 6% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.4%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 75% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $149,000. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Waukomis is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 89.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Waukomis has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.7%) is well below the state average of 12.7%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 94.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Waukomis, 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 Waukomis, Oklahoma?
Waukomis, Oklahoma has a population of 1,076 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Waukomis, OK?
The median household income in Waukomis is $61,339, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Waukomis, OK?
The poverty rate in Waukomis is 18.4%. This means approximately 198 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Waukomis, Oklahoma?
Waukomis's population is 88.8% White, 0.0% Black, 5.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Waukomis, OK?
The median home value in Waukomis is $149,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Waukomis, Oklahoma?
14.3% of adults (25+) in Waukomis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.