Lawton, Oklahoma

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
91,023
Population
$51,561
Median Income
$125,500
Home Value
31.9
Median Age

Demographics

Lawton has a population of 91,023 with a median age of 31.9. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
54.1%
Black
19.4%
Hispanic
16.0%
Other
7.7%
Asian
2.8%
Demographic Value
Total Population91,023
Median Age31.9
White54.1%
Black or African American19.4%
Asian2.8%
Hispanic or Latino16.0%
Other / Two or More Races7.7%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Lawton is $51,561, which is 31.4% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $27,221. The poverty rate is 19.4%.

$51,561
Median Household Income
$27,221
Per Capita Income
19.4%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Lawton is 7.7%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Lawton, 89.1% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 22.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8.3% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
89.1%
Bachelor's+
22.5%
Graduate+
8.3%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher89.1%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher22.5%
Graduate or Professional Degree8.3%

Housing

The median home value in Lawton is $125,500, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $898. The homeownership rate is 44.7%.

$125,500
Median Home Value
$898/mo
Median Rent
44.7%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$125,500
Median Monthly Rent$898
Homeownership Rate44.7%
Vacancy Rate16.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lawton, Oklahoma?
The population of Lawton, Oklahoma is 91,023 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lawton, Oklahoma?
The median household income in Lawton, Oklahoma is $51,561. This is 31.4% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Lawton, Oklahoma?
The median home value in Lawton, Oklahoma is $125,500. The median monthly rent is $898.
What percentage of people in Lawton have a college degree?
In Lawton, Oklahoma, 22.5% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.1% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Lawton, Oklahoma an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Lawton, Oklahoma is 2.4x (median home value $125,500 vs. median income $51,561), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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