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Population Review

McClain County, Oklahoma Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 21st-largest in Oklahoma

The population of McClain County, Oklahoma is 43,779 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 21st-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $84,778, the median home value is $233,900, and the median age is 38.9.

The population of McClain County has grown 39.4% since 2010 (34,737 → 48,434), a +2.40% annualized rate.

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

43,779

Population

+2.40%

Annual growth

77

People / sq mi

$84,778

Median Income

$233,900

Median Home Value

McClain County covers 571 sq mi of land at 76.7 people per square mile.

About McClain County, OK

McClain County is a county in Oklahoma with a population of 43,779. It ranks #21 among counties in Oklahoma by population. The median age is 38.9, in line with the national median. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female.

The median household income in McClain County is $84,778, above the US median of $74,580. 6.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $233,900, with monthly rent averaging $964. The homeownership rate of 78.5% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in McClain County reflects 28.0% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 9.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 28.8 minutes each way.

McClain County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of McClain County had a population of 34,737 in 2010 and 48,434 in 2024, a 39.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 48,434 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.41%.

2024 · 48K20102024

48,434

Population (2024)

34,737

Population (2010)

48,434

Peak (2024)

2.41%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201034,737
201135,199
201235,583
201336,459
201437,248
201537,981
201638,625
201739,310
201839,855
201940,466
202041,910
202143,538
202245,422
202347,060
202448,434

Race & Ethnicity

White79.5%
Black or African American1.1%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)11.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

38.9

Median Age

50.1%

Female

49.9%

Male

15.5%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.5%
5–9
7.0%
10–14
8.0%
15–19
7.2%
20–24
5.3%
25–34
11.6%
35–44
14.6%
45–54
12.7%
55–59
6.6%
60–64
6.2%
65–74
9.4%
75–84
5.2%
85+
0.9%

Children (under 15): 20.5% · Seniors (65+): 15.5%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$84,778+$21,175 vs state
Mean household income$103,428
Per-capita income$39,352
Poverty rate6.3%-4.8% vs state
Unemployment rate3.0%
Employment-to-population60.5%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
23.8%
Construction
10.3%
Finance & real estate
9.2%
Manufacturing
7.5%
Public administration
7.3%
Retail trade
6.5%
Education & health care
6.3%
Agriculture
6.3%

The largest employment sector in McClain County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.8% of workers.

How residents commute

0.1%

Drive alone

1.0%

Carpool

82.2%

Public transit

9.3%

Work from home

28.8 min

Avg commute

Housing

$233,900+$48,000 vs state

Median home value

$964

Median rent

78.5%

Homeownership rate

17,125

Total housing units

93.6%

Occupied

6.4%

Vacant

21.5%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

90.2%

With health insurance

95.3%

With broadband internet

26.6%

Foreign-born

8.2%

Veterans (18+)

14.5%

With a disability

93.2%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

88.6%

High School+

28.0%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

McClain County, Oklahoma has a population of 43,779 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 21st-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 77 people per square mile.

The population of McClain County has grown 39.4% since 2010 (34,737 → 48,434), a +2.40% annualized rate.

The median household income in McClain County, Oklahoma is $84,778, with mean (average) household income of $103,428 and per-capita income of $39,352. 6.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In McClain County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (79.5%), Hispanic or Latino (11.2%), Black or African American (1.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in McClain County, Oklahoma is 38.9 years. Residents are 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

The median home value in McClain County is $233,900 and median monthly rent is $964. 78.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 17,125 total housing units, 6.4% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in McClain County, Oklahoma is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.

Oklahoma City is among the largest cities associated with McClain 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.