CITY · 2020 ACS
Murphy
Oklahoma · 140 residents · 4.124 sq mi
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Population has fallen 39% since 2000, a loss of 91 residents. Median home value has more than doubled since 2000, reaching $84,100. The poverty rate of 50.4% is well above the national figure.
At a glance
Mid-age
median age 38.0
US median: 38.8
Average education
35% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 33%
Less affordable
home values up 56%, inflation adjusted
US median home: $265,253
Section 01
Population & growth
Population, 2000 – 2024
2024176
Section 02
Income & economy
Households earning $100K+
53.4%
+53.4 ptssince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 43.9%
Workforce by industry, 2020
Retail trade27.8%
Finance & insurance22.8%
Professional, scientific, technical22.8%
Other services21.5%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
Construction0%
Manufacturing0%
Wholesale trade0%
Transportation & warehousing0%
Information0%
Education & health services0%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
Public administration0%
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Section 03
Housing
$84,100
+56%inflation adjusted, since 2000
from $35,800 in 2000
US average: $265,253
2000 – 2024
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Section 04
Race & ethnicity
2000
White, non-Hispanic65.8%(152)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0.9%(2)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%
Diversity Score3.2%(7)
2020
White, non-Hispanic55%(77)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino1.4%(2)
Asian1.4%(2)
Other26.5%(37)
Diversity Score59.5%(83)
Section 05
Education
High school or higher
100.0%
+39.5 ptssince 2000
from 60.5% in 2000
US average: 88.5%
Section 06
Commute & transportation
Section 07
Work & employment
Section 08
People & community
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Frequently asked
How many people live in Murphy, Oklahoma?
Murphy, Oklahoma has about 140 residents according to the 2020 American Community Survey.
Is Murphy, Oklahoma expensive?
In Murphy, Oklahoma, the median home is worth about $84,100.
How educated are people in Murphy, Oklahoma?
About 34.6% of adults age 25 and over in Murphy, Oklahoma hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Murphy, Oklahoma?
About 50.4% of people in Murphy, Oklahoma live below the federal poverty line.
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