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Vera

Oklahoma · 334 residents · 0.792 sq mi
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Vera is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $98,382. The city has grown rapidly, with population up 78% since 2000. 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 33%. With a median age of 46.7, the population is older than the US median of 38.8. Households here earn about 83% more than the Oklahoma median.

At a glance
Wealthier
above the US median
US median: $66,278
Older
median age 46.7
US median: 38.8
Less educated
21% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 33%
Owner-heavy
92% owner-occupied
US average: 63%
Section 01

Population & growth

Total population
334
+78%since 2000
from 188 in 2000
1990 – 2025
Population density
422 / sq mi
+78%since 2000
from 237 / sq mi in 2000
US average: 280
Median age
46.7
+28%since 2000
from 36.6 in 2000
US average: 38.8
Population, 1990 – 2024
872173464766061990201020202024Vera
2024323
1990201020202024
Section 02

Income & economy

Median household income
$98,382
+142%inflation adjusted, since 2000
from $27,000 in 2000
US average: $66,278
1990 – 2024
Per capita income
$34,108
+184%since 2000
from $12,013 in 2000
US average: $35,364
Households earning $100K+
59.9%
+34.5 ptssince 2009
from 25.3% in 2009
US average: 43.9%
Poverty rate
10.7%
+1.6 ptssince 2000
from 9.1% in 2000
US average: 12.8%
Workforce by industry, 2020
Retail trade32.8%
US avg: 10%
Finance & insurance27%
US avg: 5.5%
Education & health services23.3%
US avg: 0.8%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing13.8%
US avg: 1.7%
Manufacturing13.8%
US avg: 0.5%
Information4.8%
US avg: 11.1%
Professional, scientific, technical3.7%
US avg: 4.7%
Wholesale trade2.1%
US avg: 6.7%
Other services2.1%
US avg: 6.6%
Public administration2.1%
US avg: 4.7%
Transportation & warehousing1.1%
US avg: 2.5%
Construction0%
US avg: 1.2%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
US avg: 2%
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Section 03

Housing

Median gross rent
$1,096
+72%inflation adjusted, since 2000
from $425 in 2000
US average: $1,124
Owner-occupied
91.5%
+10.7 ptssince 2000
from 80.8% in 2000
8.5% rent
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Section 04

Race & ethnicity

2000
White, non-Hispanic80.9%(152)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian1.6%(3)
Other0%
Diversity Score4.7%(9)
2020
White, non-Hispanic70.1%(234)
Black0.6%(2)
Hispanic / Latino6.3%(21)
Asian0.3%(1)
Other21.6%(72)
Diversity Score55.7%(186)
Diversity Score
56
+1075%since 2000
from 5 in 2000
1990 – 2024
Section 05

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher
20.5%
+15.0 ptssince 2000
from 5.5% in 2000
US average: 32.9%
High school or higher
80.2%
+27.5 ptssince 2000
from 52.8% in 2000
US average: 88.5%
Graduate degree
0.4%
+0.4 ptssince 2000
from 0.0% in 2000
US average: 12.7%
Section 06

Commute & transportation

Average commute
27.3 min
+17%since 2000
from 23.3 min in 2000
US average: 26.9
Drive alone to work
85.7%
−11.8 ptssince 2009
from 97.5% in 2009
US average: 75.1%
No vehicle available
1.4%
+1.4 ptssince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 8.4%
Section 07

Work & employment

Unemployment rate
1.0%
+0.3 ptssince 2011
from 0.8% in 2011
US average: 5.4%
Labor force participation
66.3%
+12.1 ptssince 2011
from 54.2% in 2011
US average: 63.4%
Management & professional
51.3%
+28.6 ptssince 2009
from 22.7% in 2009
US average: 39.3%
Section 08

People & community

Male
58.2%
+9.8 ptssince 2009
from 48.4% in 2009
Female
41.8%
−9.8 ptssince 2009
from 51.6% in 2009
Foreign born
0.2%
+0.2 ptssince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 13.5%
Uninsured
5.5%
−74.3 ptssince 2013
from 79.8% in 2013
US average: 8.8%
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Frequently asked

How many people live in Vera, Oklahoma?

Vera, Oklahoma has about 334 residents according to the 2020 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in Vera, Oklahoma?

The typical household in Vera, Oklahoma earns about $98,382 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is Vera, Oklahoma expensive?

In Vera, Oklahoma, the typical rent is about $1,096 a month.

How educated are people in Vera, Oklahoma?

About 20.5% of adults age 25 and over in Vera, Oklahoma hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in Vera, Oklahoma?

About 10.7% of people in Vera, Oklahoma live below the federal poverty line.

Has Vera, Oklahoma grown since 1990?

Yes, Vera, Oklahoma has grown since 1990. The population has added about 167 residents, a change of about 100 percent over that period.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024

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