Welling, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Welling, Oklahoma had a total population of 720, the 298th largest community in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $47,135, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Welling Quick Facts
How Welling 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 | 764 | 720 | -5.8% |
| Median household income | $48,750 | $47,135 | -3.3% |
| Median home value | $172,500 | $186,300 | +8.0% |
How Welling 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+)
Welling Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Cherokee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tahlequah | 16,935 | $49,581 | 18.4% | $185,400 |
| Park Hill | 3,237 | $47,064 | 23.7% | $174,400 |
| Grandview | 1,251 | $73,688 | 18.5% | $164,800 |
| Briggs | 1,131 | $47,250 | 28.4% | $111,900 |
| Moodys | 1,108 | $49,355 | 18.5% | $400,500 |
| Woodall | 1,050 | $58,571 | 19.0% | $221,800 |
| Keys | 982 | $38,600 | 32.2% | $130,200 |
| Cookson | 921 | $49,983 | 6.6% | $110,700 |
| Peggs | 858 | $61,731 | 22.1% | $108,800 |
| Lost City | 852 | $64,375 | 6.8% | $154,400 |
Cities Similar to Welling
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson | 684 | $47,083 | $161,800 | 13.0% | 7.3% |
| Davenport | 674 | $46,838 | $92,000 | 8.9% | 21.0% |
| Rock Island | 684 | $45,114 | $134,700 | 13.1% | 28.1% |
| Vici | 725 | $54,375 | $116,700 | 17.8% | 28.8% |
| Wickliffe | 745 | $42,232 | $119,000 | 6.4% | 20.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 720, Welling'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
Welling is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Cherokee County. The total population is 720. It ranks as the 298th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Welling is 42.2 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Welling is $47,135. This is 28% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.3%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Welling, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $186,300. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $199,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 66.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Welling is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
13.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 Welling, 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 Welling, Oklahoma?
Welling, Oklahoma has a population of 720 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Welling, OK?
The median household income in Welling is $47,135, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Welling, OK?
The poverty rate in Welling is 19.3%. This means approximately 133 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Welling, Oklahoma?
Welling's population is 41.4% White, 0.0% Black, 3.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Welling, OK?
The median home value in Welling is $186,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.
How educated is Welling, Oklahoma?
13.3% of adults (25+) in Welling hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.