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Garvin County, Oklahoma Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 35th-largest in Oklahoma

The population of Garvin County, Oklahoma is 25,779 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 35th-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $57,127, the median home value is $132,600, and the median age is 38.8.

The population of Garvin County has declined 5.2% since 2010 (27,576 → 26,149), a -0.38% annualized rate.

Garvin County within Oklahoma · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

25,779

Population

-0.38%

Annual growth

32

People / sq mi

$57,127

Median Income

$132,600

Median Home Value

Garvin County covers 802 sq mi of land at 32.1 people per square mile.

About Garvin County, OK

Homeownership is the standout figure in Garvin County: 68.1% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Garvin County is a county in Oklahoma with a population of 25,779. It ranks #35 among counties in Oklahoma by population.

Household earnings are middling, with a median of $57,127 — below the US median of $78,538. About 11.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $132,600, with typical rent around $828.

Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 17.7%, below the national 35.0%. About 7.2% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.

Garvin County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Garvin County had a population of 27,576 in 2010 and 26,149 in 2024, a -5.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 27,944 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: -0.36%.

2016 · 28K20102024
Garvin County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

26,149

Population (2024)

27,576

Population (2010)

27,944

Peak (2016)

-0.36%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201027,576
201127,463
201227,342
201327,426
201427,613
201527,913
201627,944
201727,875
201827,747
201927,687
202025,655
202125,783
202225,793
202325,918
202426,149

Race & Ethnicity

White78.3%
Black or African American1.6%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)14.4%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

38.8

Median Age

50.3%

Female

49.7%

Male

18.0%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.0%
5–9
6.9%
10–14
7.7%
15–19
6.6%
20–24
5.7%
25–34
11.6%
35–44
12.8%
45–54
12.0%
55–59
5.9%
60–64
6.8%
65–74
10.5%
75–84
5.8%
85+
1.7%

Children (under 15): 20.6% · Seniors (65+): 18.0%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$57,127$-6,476 vs state
Mean household income$75,648
Per-capita income$30,253
Poverty rate11.5%+0.4% vs state
Unemployment rate1.5%
Employment-to-population54.1%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
20.7%
Manufacturing
12.6%
Agriculture
9.8%
Retail trade
9.1%
Education & health care
8.6%
Construction
8.3%
Finance & real estate
5.6%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.8%

The largest employment sector in Garvin County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.7% of workers.

How residents commute

0.1%

Drive alone

1.3%

Carpool

83.6%

Public transit

7.2%

Work from home

25.1 min

Avg commute

Housing

$132,600$-53,300 vs state

Median home value

$828

Median rent

68.1%

Homeownership rate

12,073

Total housing units

82.8%

Occupied

17.2%

Vacant

31.9%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

84.5%

With health insurance

93.1%

With broadband internet

26.1%

Foreign-born

6.9%

Veterans (18+)

16.0%

With a disability

93.7%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

87.6%

High School+

17.7%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Garvin County, Oklahoma has a population of 25,779 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 35th-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 32 people per square mile.

The population of Garvin County has declined 5.2% since 2010 (27,576 → 26,149), a -0.38% annualized rate.

The median household income in Garvin County, Oklahoma is $57,127, with mean (average) household income of $75,648 and per-capita income of $30,253. 11.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Garvin County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (78.3%), Hispanic or Latino (14.4%), Black or African American (1.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Garvin County, Oklahoma is 38.8 years. Residents are 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

The median home value in Garvin County is $132,600 and median monthly rent is $828. 68.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 12,073 total housing units, 17.2% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Garvin County, Oklahoma is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.5%.

Oklahoma City is among the largest cities associated with Garvin County, Oklahoma, with a population of 688,693.


Garvin County, OK Climate

Garvin County, OK has an average annual temperature of 16.4°C (62°F) and receives about 967 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

16.4°C

Avg Temp

967

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

-5°5°15°25°35°145mmJFMAMJJASOND
Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Garvin County, OK — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January4° / 38°40 mm
February7° / 44°50 mm
March12° / 53°79 mm
April16° / 62°88 mm
May21° / 69°145 mm
June25° / 77°110 mm
July28° / 82°61 mm
August28° / 82°57 mm
September24° / 74°112 mm
October17° / 63°103 mm
November11° / 51°70 mm
December6° / 42°52 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 Garvin County, OK

The most comfortable months to visit Garvin County, OK are typically May, September 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 -3°C low). May is usually the wettest month.

MaySeptemberOctober

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.