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Population Review

Washita County, Oklahoma Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 54th-largest in Oklahoma

The population of Washita County, Oklahoma is 10,857 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 54th-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $61,980, the median home value is $113,300, and the median age is 40.7.

The population of Washita County has declined 6.1% since 2010 (11,544 → 10,839), a -0.45% annualized rate.

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

10,857

Population

-0.45%

Annual growth

11

People / sq mi

$61,980

Median Income

$113,300

Median Home Value

Washita County covers 1,003 sq mi of land at 10.8 people per square mile.

About Washita County, OK

Washita County is a county in Oklahoma with a population of 10,857. It ranks #54 among counties in Oklahoma by population. The median age is 40.7, older than the national median. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

The median household income in Washita County is $61,980, below the US median of $74,580. 8.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $113,300, with monthly rent averaging $775. The homeownership rate of 75.0% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Washita County reflects 20.4% 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 23.7 minutes each way.

Washita County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Washita County had a population of 11,544 in 2010 and 10,839 in 2024, a -6.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,706 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -0.44%.

2013 · 12K20102024

10,839

Population (2024)

11,544

Population (2010)

11,706

Peak (2013)

-0.44%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201011,544
201111,550
201211,586
201311,706
201411,567
201511,697
201611,428
201711,061
201811,064
201910,943
202010,903
202110,901
202210,715
202310,716
202410,839

Race & Ethnicity

White86.2%
Black or African American1.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)5.9%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

40.7

Median Age

50.0%

Female

50.0%

Male

19.0%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.7%
5–9
7.1%
10–14
6.9%
15–19
7.0%
20–24
4.6%
25–34
10.9%
35–44
12.8%
45–54
10.9%
55–59
9.0%
60–64
6.0%
65–74
11.0%
75–84
6.4%
85+
1.6%

Children (under 15): 19.7% · Seniors (65+): 19.0%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$61,980$-1,623 vs state
Mean household income$77,077
Per-capita income$32,254
Poverty rate8.2%-2.9% vs state
Unemployment rate3.6%
Employment-to-population55.0%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
18.5%
Agriculture
11.9%
Retail trade
9.9%
Construction
9.5%
Arts, entertainment & food
9.2%
Education & health care
6.9%
Information
5.4%
Manufacturing
5.3%

The largest employment sector in Washita County is professional & business services, accounting for 18.5% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

1.1%

Carpool

76.4%

Public transit

6.4%

Work from home

23.7 min

Avg commute

Housing

$113,300$-72,600 vs state

Median home value

$775

Median rent

75.0%

Homeownership rate

5,131

Total housing units

79.9%

Occupied

20.1%

Vacant

25.0%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

87.6%

With health insurance

91.7%

With broadband internet

28.5%

Foreign-born

7.4%

Veterans (18+)

22.7%

With a disability

94.7%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

88.9%

High School+

20.4%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Washita County, Oklahoma has a population of 10,857 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 54th-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 11 people per square mile.

The population of Washita County has declined 6.1% since 2010 (11,544 → 10,839), a -0.45% annualized rate.

The median household income in Washita County, Oklahoma is $61,980, with mean (average) household income of $77,077 and per-capita income of $32,254. 8.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Washita County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (86.2%), Hispanic or Latino (5.9%), Black or African American (1.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Washita County, Oklahoma is 40.7 years. Residents are 50.0% female and 50.0% male.

The median home value in Washita County is $113,300 and median monthly rent is $775. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 5,131 total housing units, 20.1% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Washita County, Oklahoma is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 18.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.6%.

Oklahoma City is among the largest cities associated with Washita 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.