Waurika, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Waurika, Oklahoma had a total population of 2,004, the 149th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $45,882, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 28.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (28.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Waurika Quick Facts
How Waurika 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 | 1,847 | 2,004 | +8.5% |
| Median household income | $42,054 | $45,882 | +9.1% |
| Median home value | $49,500 | $64,800 | +30.9% |
How Waurika 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+)
Waurika Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
Cities Similar to Waurika
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington | 1,972 | $46,932 | $92,000 | 12.6% | 25.8% |
| Arkoma | 1,976 | $43,929 | $83,600 | 10.6% | 22.1% |
| Krebs | 2,119 | $45,893 | $106,100 | 14.6% | 19.8% |
| Coalgate | 1,894 | $45,938 | $86,900 | 16.0% | 30.4% |
| Burns Flat | 1,857 | $45,446 | $106,600 | 13.1% | 25.7% |
Population Overview
Waurika is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Jefferson County. The total population is 2,004. It ranks as the 149th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Waurika is 40.0 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Waurika is $45,882. This is 29% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 28.1%. This is 83% 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 7.4%. This is 49% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $64,800. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Waurika is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Waurika is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.4%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.
Education
15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 86.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Waurika, 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 Waurika, Oklahoma?
Waurika, Oklahoma has a population of 2,004 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Waurika, OK?
The median household income in Waurika is $45,882, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Waurika, OK?
The poverty rate in Waurika is 28.1%. This means approximately 536 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Waurika, Oklahoma?
Waurika's population is 77.1% White, 1.2% Black, 10.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Waurika, OK?
The median home value in Waurika is $64,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Waurika, Oklahoma?
15.0% of adults (25+) in Waurika hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.