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Population Review

Greer County, Oklahoma Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 66th-largest in Oklahoma

The population of Greer County, Oklahoma is 5,498 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 66th-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $60,183, the median home value is $103,600, and the median age is 40.6.

The population of Greer County has declined 12.5% since 2010 (6,211 → 5,433), a -0.95% annualized rate.

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

5,498

Population

-0.95%

Annual growth

9

People / sq mi

$60,183

Median Income

$103,600

Median Home Value

Greer County covers 639 sq mi of land at 8.6 people per square mile.

About Greer County, OK

Greer County is a county in Oklahoma with a population of 5,498. It ranks #66 among counties in Oklahoma by population. The median age is 40.6, older than the national median. The population is 56.8% male and 43.2% female.

The median household income in Greer County is $60,183, below the US median of $74,580. 10.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $103,600, with monthly rent averaging $624. The homeownership rate of 77.8% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Greer County reflects 15.3% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 6.4% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 16.5 minutes each way.

Greer County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Greer County had a population of 6,211 in 2010 and 5,433 in 2024, a -12.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 6,211 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.94%.

2010 · 6K20102024

5,433

Population (2024)

6,211

Population (2010)

6,211

Peak (2010)

-0.94%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20106,211
20116,144
20126,054
20136,139
20146,121
20156,031
20165,958
20175,794
20185,797
20195,698
20205,493
20215,482
20225,548
20235,491
20245,433

Race & Ethnicity

White80.5%
Black or African American6.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)6.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

40.6

Median Age

43.2%

Female

56.8%

Male

17.5%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.2%
5–9
7.8%
10–14
3.7%
15–19
4.9%
20–24
5.9%
25–34
15.1%
35–44
14.3%
45–54
12.5%
55–59
6.3%
60–64
7.0%
65–74
9.5%
75–84
4.4%
85+
3.6%

Children (under 15): 16.7% · Seniors (65+): 17.5%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$60,183$-3,420 vs state
Mean household income$67,215
Per-capita income$25,141
Poverty rate10.1%-1.0% vs state
Unemployment rate2.2%
Employment-to-population44.8%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
29.1%
Public administration
15.5%
Retail trade
10.3%
Agriculture
8.3%
Education & health care
6.9%
Manufacturing
6.6%
Arts, entertainment & food
5.7%
Finance & real estate
5.6%

The largest employment sector in Greer County is professional & business services, accounting for 29.1% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

0.8%

Carpool

81.8%

Public transit

6.4%

Work from home

16.5 min

Avg commute

Housing

$103,600$-82,300 vs state

Median home value

$624

Median rent

77.8%

Homeownership rate

2,614

Total housing units

77.7%

Occupied

22.3%

Vacant

22.2%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

92.0%

With health insurance

89.9%

With broadband internet

31.2%

Foreign-born

8.9%

Veterans (18+)

19.2%

With a disability

93.9%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

81.7%

High School+

15.3%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Greer County, Oklahoma has a population of 5,498 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 66th-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 9 people per square mile.

The population of Greer County has declined 12.5% since 2010 (6,211 → 5,433), a -0.95% annualized rate.

The median household income in Greer County, Oklahoma is $60,183, with mean (average) household income of $67,215 and per-capita income of $25,141. 10.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Greer County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (80.5%), Black or African American (6.7%), Hispanic or Latino (6.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Greer County, Oklahoma is 40.6 years. Residents are 43.2% female and 56.8% male.

The median home value in Greer County is $103,600 and median monthly rent is $624. 77.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,614 total housing units, 22.3% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Greer County, Oklahoma is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 29.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.

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

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

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