Ada, Oklahoma Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Ada, Oklahoma is 16,536 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest city in Oklahoma. The median household income is $51,792, the median home value is $169,300, and the median age is 32.7.
The population has declined 1.6% since 2010 (16,854 → 16,578).
16,536
Population
853
People / sq mi
$51,792
Median Income
$169,300
Median Home Value
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Ada covers 19.4 sq mi of land at 853 people per square mile.
About Ada, OK
Remote work is unusually rare in Ada: 4.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. Ada is a city in Oklahoma with a population of 16,536. It ranks #31 among cities in Oklahoma by population.
The typical household earns $51,792, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 11.7% of residents fall below the poverty line, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $169,300, with typical rent around $888.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 30.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 4.2% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 14 minutes each way.
Ada city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Ada city had a population of 16,854 in 2010 and 16,578 in 2024, a -1.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,319 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: -0.11%.
16,578
Population (2024)
16,854
Population (2010)
17,319
Peak (2016)
-0.11%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,854 |
| 2011 | 16,978 |
| 2012 | 17,081 |
| 2013 | 17,114 |
| 2014 | 17,149 |
| 2015 | 17,252 |
| 2016 | 17,319 |
| 2017 | 17,297 |
| 2018 | 17,238 |
| 2019 | 17,235 |
| 2020 | 16,486 |
| 2021 | 16,595 |
| 2022 | 16,511 |
| 2023 | 16,670 |
| 2024 | 16,578 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 61.2% |
| Black or African American | 5.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 26.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$51,792
Median Household Income
$29,798
Per Capita Income
11.7%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$169,300
Median Home Value
$888
Median Rent
45.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.2%
High School+
30.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
82.5%
Public Transit
4.2%
Work From Home
14.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
29.3%
Foreign Born
94.9%
Non-English at Home
6.8%
Veterans
14.9%
With Disability
80.1%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.7% |
| Public Administration | 10.5% |
| Manufacturing | 8.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.1% |
| Construction | 6.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.8% |
| Information | 3.3% |
| Retail Trade | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ada, Oklahoma has a population of 16,536 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest city in Oklahoma.
The median household income in Ada, Oklahoma is $51,792, with 11.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Ada, Oklahoma is $169,300, with median monthly rent at $888 and a homeownership rate of 45.0%.
The median age in Ada, Oklahoma is 32.7 years. The population is 47.9% male and 52.1% female.
The population has declined 1.6% since 2010 (16,854 → 16,578).
Ada city, OK Climate
Ada city, OK has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C (61°F) and receives about 1030 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.2°C
Avg Temp
1030
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / 38° | 44 mm |
| February | 6° / 44° | 55 mm |
| March | 11° / 52° | 91 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 97 mm |
| May | 21° / 69° | 141 mm |
| June | 25° / 77° | 110 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 67 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 70 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 117 mm |
| October | 17° / 63° | 106 mm |
| November | 11° / 51° | 76 mm |
| December | 6° / 42° | 56 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Ada city, OK
The most comfortable months to visit Ada city, OK are typically May, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.