Woods County, Oklahoma Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 60th-largest in Oklahoma
The population of Woods County, Oklahoma is 8,619 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 60th-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $50,512, the median home value is $141,900, and the median age is 33.9.
The population of Woods County has declined 3.6% since 2010 (8,904 → 8,582), a -0.26% annualized rate.
8,619
Population
-0.26%
Annual growth
7
People / sq mi
$50,512
Median Income
$141,900
Median Home Value
Woods County covers 1,286 sq mi of land at 6.7 people per square mile.
About Woods County, OK
Remote work is unusually rare in Woods County: 2.0% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. Woods County is a county in Oklahoma with a population of 8,619.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $50,512, below the US median of $78,538. About 8.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $141,900, with typical rent around $806.
About 32.5% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, below the 35.0% national figure. Almost everyone commutes — only 2.0% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
Woods County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Woods County had a population of 8,904 in 2010 and 8,582 in 2024, a -3.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 9,306 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: -0.25%.
8,582
Population (2024)
8,904
Population (2010)
9,306
Peak (2015)
-0.25%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,904 |
| 2011 | 8,791 |
| 2012 | 8,853 |
| 2013 | 9,003 |
| 2014 | 9,253 |
| 2015 | 9,306 |
| 2016 | 9,152 |
| 2017 | 9,069 |
| 2018 | 8,872 |
| 2019 | 8,790 |
| 2020 | 8,603 |
| 2021 | 8,632 |
| 2022 | 8,602 |
| 2023 | 8,560 |
| 2024 | 8,582 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.6% |
| Black or African American | 2.5% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
33.9
Median Age
46.8%
Female
53.2%
Male
17.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.0% · Seniors (65+): 17.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $50,512$-13,091 vs state |
| Mean household income | $71,400 |
| Per-capita income | $29,460 |
| Poverty rate | 8.3%-2.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 58.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Woods County is professional & business services, accounting for 28.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
9.1%
Carpool
77.7%
Public transit
2.0%
Work from home
15.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$141,900$-44,000 vs state
Median home value
$806
Median rent
64.4%
Homeownership rate
4,463
Total housing units
78.2%
Occupied
21.8%
Vacant
35.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.6%
With health insurance
90.4%
With broadband internet
34.9%
Foreign-born
4.3%
Veterans (18+)
16.8%
With a disability
95.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.6%
High School+
32.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Woods County, Oklahoma has a population of 8,619 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 60th-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 7 people per square mile.
The population of Woods County has declined 3.6% since 2010 (8,904 → 8,582), a -0.26% annualized rate.
The median household income in Woods County, Oklahoma is $50,512, with mean (average) household income of $71,400 and per-capita income of $29,460. 8.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Woods County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (87.6%), Hispanic or Latino (6.8%), Black or African American (2.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Woods County, Oklahoma is 33.9 years. Residents are 46.8% female and 53.2% male.
The median home value in Woods County is $141,900 and median monthly rent is $806. 64.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,463 total housing units, 21.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Woods County, Oklahoma is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 28.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.2%.
Oklahoma City is among the largest cities associated with Woods County, Oklahoma, with a population of 688,693.
Woods County, OK Climate
Woods County, OK has an average annual temperature of 14.7°C (58°F) and receives about 642 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.7°C
Avg Temp
642
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 34° | 15 mm |
| February | 4° / 39° | 25 mm |
| March | 9° / 48° | 50 mm |
| April | 14° / 58° | 54 mm |
| May | 20° / 67° | 97 mm |
| June | 25° / 77° | 89 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 65 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 75 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 66 mm |
| October | 16° / 60° | 46 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 38 mm |
| December | 3° / 37° | 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 Woods County, OK
The most comfortable months to visit Woods 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 -6°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.