Beckham County, Oklahoma Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 38th-largest in Oklahoma
The population of Beckham County, Oklahoma is 22,202 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 38th-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $52,323, the median home value is $153,400, and the median age is 37.1.
The population of Beckham County has grown 0.9% since 2010 (22,056 → 22,248), a +0.06% annualized rate.
22,202
Population
+0.06%
Annual growth
25
People / sq mi
$52,323
Median Income
$153,400
Median Home Value
Beckham County covers 902 sq mi of land at 24.6 people per square mile.
About Beckham County, OK
Beckham County is defined demographically by education — 13.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 22,202 residents, Beckham County is a county in Oklahoma. It ranks #38 among counties in Oklahoma by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $52,323, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 14.2% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $153,400, with typical rent around $821.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 13.3%, below the national 35.0%. Just 4.0% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Beckham County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Beckham County had a population of 22,056 in 2010 and 22,248 in 2024, a 0.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 23,611 in 2014. Average annual growth rate: 0.08%.
22,248
Population (2024)
22,056
Population (2010)
23,611
Peak (2014)
0.08%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 22,056 |
| 2011 | 22,311 |
| 2012 | 23,078 |
| 2013 | 23,482 |
| 2014 | 23,611 |
| 2015 | 23,564 |
| 2016 | 22,467 |
| 2017 | 21,793 |
| 2018 | 21,738 |
| 2019 | 21,834 |
| 2020 | 22,331 |
| 2021 | 22,037 |
| 2022 | 21,990 |
| 2023 | 22,132 |
| 2024 | 22,248 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 82.7% |
| Black or African American | 5.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
37.1
Median Age
43.6%
Female
56.4%
Male
14.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.1% · Seniors (65+): 14.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $52,323$-11,280 vs state |
| Mean household income | $74,334 |
| Per-capita income | $26,675 |
| Poverty rate | 14.2%+3.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% |
| Employment-to-population | 46.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Beckham County is professional & business services, accounting for 17.6% of workers.
How residents commute
1.2%
Drive alone
4.0%
Carpool
79.3%
Public transit
4.0%
Work from home
17.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$153,400$-32,500 vs state
Median home value
$821
Median rent
66.4%
Homeownership rate
10,120
Total housing units
80.9%
Occupied
19.1%
Vacant
33.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
88.5%
With health insurance
93.5%
With broadband internet
30.9%
Foreign-born
6.4%
Veterans (18+)
14.7%
With a disability
91.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
84.3%
High School+
13.3%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Beckham County, Oklahoma has a population of 22,202 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 38th-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 25 people per square mile.
The population of Beckham County has grown 0.9% since 2010 (22,056 → 22,248), a +0.06% annualized rate.
The median household income in Beckham County, Oklahoma is $52,323, with mean (average) household income of $74,334 and per-capita income of $26,675. 14.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Beckham County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (82.7%), Hispanic or Latino (6.0%), Black or African American (5.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Beckham County, Oklahoma is 37.1 years. Residents are 43.6% female and 56.4% male.
The median home value in Beckham County is $153,400 and median monthly rent is $821. 66.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 10,120 total housing units, 19.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Beckham County, Oklahoma is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 17.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.
Oklahoma City is among the largest cities associated with Beckham County, Oklahoma, with a population of 688,693.
Beckham County, OK Climate
Beckham County, OK has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F) and receives about 656 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.3°C
Avg Temp
656
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 36° | 16 mm |
| February | 5° / 42° | 25 mm |
| March | 10° / 50° | 49 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 55 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 113 mm |
| June | 25° / 77° | 92 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 47 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 66 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 80 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 57 mm |
| November | 9° / 48° | 34 mm |
| December | 4° / 39° | 22 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 Beckham County, OK
The most comfortable months to visit Beckham County, OK are typically September, May and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°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.