Beaver County, Oklahoma Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 70th-largest in Oklahoma
The population of Beaver County, Oklahoma is 5,041 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 70th-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $64,266, the median home value is $117,900, and the median age is 41.1.
The population of Beaver County has declined 10.8% since 2010 (5,631 → 5,025), a -0.81% annualized rate.
5,041
Population
-0.81%
Annual growth
3
People / sq mi
$64,266
Median Income
$117,900
Median Home Value
Beaver County covers 1,815 sq mi of land at 2.8 people per square mile.
About Beaver County, OK
Beaver County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US counties, at roughly 3 people per square mile. Beaver County is a county in Oklahoma with a population of 5,041.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $64,266 — below the US median of $78,538. Only 5.5% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $117,900, with typical rent around $782.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 23.0% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 8.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
Beaver County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Beaver County had a population of 5,631 in 2010 and 5,025 in 2024, a -10.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 5,635 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.80%.
5,025
Population (2024)
5,631
Population (2010)
5,635
Peak (2011)
-0.80%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,631 |
| 2011 | 5,635 |
| 2012 | 5,592 |
| 2013 | 5,566 |
| 2014 | 5,535 |
| 2015 | 5,460 |
| 2016 | 5,437 |
| 2017 | 5,363 |
| 2018 | 5,313 |
| 2019 | 5,308 |
| 2020 | 5,028 |
| 2021 | 4,991 |
| 2022 | 5,044 |
| 2023 | 5,052 |
| 2024 | 5,025 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 70.6% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.1
Median Age
50.4%
Female
49.6%
Male
19.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.7% · Seniors (65+): 19.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $64,266+$663 vs state |
| Mean household income | $80,880 |
| Per-capita income | $30,136 |
| Poverty rate | 5.5%-5.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 58.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Beaver County is agriculture, accounting for 20.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
1.6%
Carpool
74.5%
Public transit
8.5%
Work from home
15.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$117,900$-68,000 vs state
Median home value
$782
Median rent
79.7%
Homeownership rate
2,467
Total housing units
68.7%
Occupied
31.3%
Vacant
20.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
84.6%
With health insurance
92.7%
With broadband internet
50.0%
Foreign-born
6.4%
Veterans (18+)
16.1%
With a disability
75.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
85.1%
High School+
23.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Beaver County, Oklahoma has a population of 5,041 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 70th-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 3 people per square mile.
The population of Beaver County has declined 10.8% since 2010 (5,631 → 5,025), a -0.81% annualized rate.
The median household income in Beaver County, Oklahoma is $64,266, with mean (average) household income of $80,880 and per-capita income of $30,136. 5.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Beaver County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (70.6%), Hispanic or Latino (4.0%), Black or African American (0.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Beaver County, Oklahoma is 41.1 years. Residents are 50.4% female and 49.6% male.
The median home value in Beaver County is $117,900 and median monthly rent is $782. 79.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,467 total housing units, 31.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Beaver County, Oklahoma is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 20.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.1%.
Oklahoma City is among the largest cities associated with Beaver County, Oklahoma, with a population of 688,693.
Beaver County, OK Climate
Beaver County, OK has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F) and receives about 530 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.8°C
Avg Temp
530
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 33° | 12 mm |
| February | 4° / 38° | 20 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 41 mm |
| April | 13° / 56° | 41 mm |
| May | 19° / 65° | 82 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 78 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 64 mm |
| August | 26° / 79° | 69 mm |
| September | 21° / 71° | 50 mm |
| October | 15° / 59° | 32 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 26 mm |
| December | 2° / 35° | 15 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 Beaver County, OK
The most comfortable months to visit Beaver County, OK are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.