CITY
Gowen
Oklahoma · 171 residents · 3.531 sq mi
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The city has grown rapidly, with population up 80% since 2023. 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. With a median age of 54.0, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. The poverty rate of 30.4% is well above the national figure.
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Older
median age 54.0
US median: 38.9
Less educated
0% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 36%
Renter-heavy
50% owner-occupied
US average: 65%
Section 01
Population & growth
Population, 2015 – 2024
2024171
Section 02
Income & economy
Households earning $100K+
8.7%
+8.7 ptssince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 53.3%
Workforce by industry, 2024
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
Construction0%
Manufacturing0%
Wholesale trade0%
Retail trade0%
Transportation & warehousing0%
Information0%
Finance & insurance0%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
Education & health services0%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
Other services0%
Public administration0%
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Section 03
Housing
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Section 04
Race & ethnicity
2023
White, non-Hispanic78.9%(75)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other21.1%(20)
Diversity Score41.6%(39)
2024
White, non-Hispanic78.9%(135)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other21.1%(36)
Diversity Score41.6%(71)
Section 05
Education
High school or higher
89.7%
+3.4 ptssince 2023
from 86.3% in 2023
US average: 89.6%
Section 06
Commute & transportation
Section 07
Work & employment
Section 08
People & community
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Frequently asked
How many people live in Gowen, Oklahoma?
Gowen, Oklahoma has about 171 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.
Is Gowen, Oklahoma expensive?
In Gowen, Oklahoma, the typical rent is about $582 a month.
How educated are people in Gowen, Oklahoma?
About 0.0% of adults age 25 and over in Gowen, Oklahoma hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Gowen, Oklahoma?
About 30.4% of people in Gowen, Oklahoma live below the federal poverty line.
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