Woodward city, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Woodward city, Oklahoma Demographics
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As of 2026, Woodward city, Oklahoma has a total population of 11,976, the 40th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $60,720, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.9%.

Woodward city Quick Facts

Population 11,976

Median Household Income $60,720

Median Home Value $164,200

Poverty Rate 12.9%

Unemployment Rate 5.5%

Median Age 35.1 years

Homeownership Rate 65.1%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.3%

High School Graduation Rate 87.3%

Diversity Index 41/100

Population 11,976 40th of 834

Median Income $60,720 above average

Poverty Rate 12.9% 4% higher national

Median Home Value $164,200 top 20%

How Woodward city Compares

Median Household Income

Woodward city

$60,720

$63,603

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Woodward city

$164,200

$185,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.5%

$25K-$50K 23.3%

$50K-$100K 35.8%

$100K+ 25.4%

Employment

5.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

66.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.1%

Renter 34.9%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.4%

18-34

24.3%

35-54

22.6%

55-74

19.7%

75+

8.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Woodward city Rankings in Oklahoma

#40 Population of 834

#222 Median Income of 834

#215 Education of 834

#144 Home Value of 834

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Cities Similar to Woodward city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Guymon city	12,596	$57,051	$171,800	20.5%	21.3%
Weatherford city	12,014	$50,250	$233,700	44.7%	21.8%
Guthrie city	11,021	$54,640	$176,200	23.4%	21.6%
Warr Acres city	10,437	$60,822	$150,500	23.4%	15.0%
Elk City city	11,406	$49,500	$165,300	15.4%	26.8%

Population Overview

Woodward city is a small city located in Oklahoma. The total population is 11,976. It ranks as the 40th most populous out of 834 cities and towns in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Woodward city is 35.1 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 36.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Woodward city is $60,720. This is 5% lower than the state median of $63,603. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $164,200. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $185,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Woodward city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% lower than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Woodward city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.4%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 6.9%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.3%.

Education

21.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Woodward city, Oklahoma is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Woodward city, Oklahoma?

Woodward city, Oklahoma has a population of 11,976 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Woodward city, OK?

The median household income in Woodward city is $60,720, which is 23% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Woodward city, OK?

The poverty rate in Woodward city is 12.9%. This means approximately 1,519 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Woodward city, Oklahoma?

Woodward city's population is 74.5% White, 0.5% Black, 17.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Woodward city, OK?

The median home value in Woodward city is $164,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Woodward city, Oklahoma?

21.3% of adults (25+) in Woodward city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.