Wilson Authority

Wilson is a middle-income small town of 1,725 with home prices 1.9× below the Oklahoma median.

Wilson, Oklahoma

Population in Wilson stands at 1,725 — placing it among the smaller communities of Carter County, Oklahoma. The median household income stands at $60,625.

Definition and scope

Located in Carter County, Oklahoma, Wilson operates within Oklahoma's county-municipal framework. Local services and ordinances are coordinated through county and state-level agencies. The city operates within Congressional District 4 and is part of the Ardmore, OK metropolitan area.

Who lives here

Wilson has approximately 1,725 residents. The median age is 40.2 years. Roughly 81% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median home value is $102,500.

Demographic composition (Census 2023 ACS5):

• White (non-Hispanic): 80.8%
• Black or African American: 0.4%
• Hispanic or Latino: 3.0%
• Asian: 0.9%

Economy and earnings

Median household income in Wilson is $60,625. Poverty rate stands at 17.4%. Unemployment rate at last release was 1.6%. Educational attainment: 13.8% of residents 25 and over hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Public services and infrastructure

Available public services on file for Wilson:

• Public schools: 3
• Public libraries: 1
• Fire stations: 3
• Police stations: 3
• Hospitals: 3

Getting around

Healdton Municipal Airport provides commercial air service for the area. The closest U.S. courthouse for federal proceedings is Carter County Courthouse. Amtrak service is available at Ardmore, Oklahoma.

Geography and climate

Wilson sits at an elevation of 971 feet above sea level. The USDA plant hardiness zone is 8a.

References

• Oklahoma State Authority — state-level reference for Oklahoma.
• U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates — population, income, demographic data.
• Authority Network America — federal- and network-level reference.