Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 14.8% ▲ 48% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 20% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 214 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,605 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 5,101 (17.6%) |
| Associates | 4,579 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,798 (13.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,644 (19.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,770 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $120,897 ▼ 57% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $814/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 22,129 |
| Vacant Units | 4,382 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Kay County is located in Oklahoma and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 46,600 residents. With a median age of 38.88, it is a middle-aged county.
Kay County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,769 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 14.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Kay County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $120,897 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $814. Homeownership rates are high at 68.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Kay County are primarily White (72.1%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Kay County, OK is a solidly middle-class area in Oklahoma. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74631 | Blackwell | 6,795 | $50,969 | $77,100 | $868 | 6.3% | 24.6% |
| 74632 | Braman | 469 | $87,500 | — | — | 0.0% | 30.6% |
| 74641 | Kaw City | 599 | $61,328 | $131,800 | $833 | 0.0% | 21.4% |
| 74646 | Nardin | 263 | $87,813 | — | — | 21.2% | 10.3% |
| 74647 | Newkirk | 3,405 | $59,000 | $109,800 | $675 | 3.7% | 28.6% |
| 74601 | Ponca City | 19,011 | $48,810 | $94,700 | $860 | 7.3% | 27.8% |
| 74604 | Ponca City | 12,369 | $84,156 | $198,100 | $770 | 4.2% | 43.8% |
| 74653 | Tonkawa | 3,689 | $58,259 | $86,200 | $753 | 5.8% | 38.2% |