ZIP Code 73931 in Balko, OK

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Balko, Oklahoma
Counties:Beaver County[Primary]
Texas County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:6:44:04 PM
Population:399 [See All]
Area Code:580
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:36.6070, -100.6392
Land Area:226.991 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 73931 has 399 residents and 157 households (average 2.54 persons per household). The median age is 42.1 years, older than the state (37.3) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.4% male and 46.6% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (88.5%, much higher than the state average of 63.5% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (7.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 7.0%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:399Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:536Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:581Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1.8 people per sq mile
Average Income:$44,423Source: Census ACS
Households:157Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$87,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.54Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.83Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--504698682605646574473416437559556509536
Decennial Census510------------------399------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 42.1

Male Median Age: 41.3

Female Median Age: 42.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male111418187151082341212121581484
Female1211161584311191241617176186
Total232534331519131942161628293214151610
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:35389.37%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*287.09%
Asian:20.51%
American Indian:10.25%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:112.78%
Total:395100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:21353.38%41.3 years
Females:18646.62%42.8 years
Total:399100%42.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:53399.44%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:30.56%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.56%
Total Population:536100%
Total Native Population:53399.44%
Total Foreign-born Population:30.56%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $44,423, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is down $15,398 (25.7%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $15,577. Family households earn a median of $103,438 versus $29,151 for nonfamily households (a difference of $74,287). By gender, male median income is $58,000 and female is $58,750, which is markedly greater than the state female median ($43,749), with a current gap of $750 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 57.7%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (47.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$59,821$66,818$67,969$66,250$60,313$53,854$55,536$57,143$60,000$38,807$46,944$51,750$44,423
Median Family Income$64,063$68,438$68,750$68,641$68,750$68,000$64,688$66,442$69,306$72,500$79,583$99,750$103,438
Median NonFamily Income$42,222$44,659$31,667$30,000$31,667$35,536$40,333$41,875$42,361$24,388$26,839$26,809$29,151
Median Male Income$53,333$50,208$65,385$69,286$0$53,906$50,417$49,375$42,083$43,958$52,708$57,292$58,000
Median Female Income$36,250$38,438$35,179$34,167$0$37,375$40,000$38,750$40,278$41,406$50,469$55,921$58,750
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:25157.70%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:18442.30%
Total:435100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:11947.41%
Service:3714.74%
Sales and Office:5622.31%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:2811.16%
Production, transportation, and material moving:114.38%
Total Civilian Employed Population:251100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $87,200, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $17,500 (25.11%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $64,400. The median gross rent is $784, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $214 (37.54%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $249. Of occupied housing, owners make up 77.35% (12.15% with a mortgage, 87.85% free-and-clear) and renters 22.65% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 21.74%, which is much higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$69,700$79,000$114,500$106,900$99,000$91,000$111,500$123,200$151,600$78,500$95,000$88,100$87,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:916.98%
$500 to $999:1018.87%
$1,000 to $1,499:1426.42%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:2037.74%
Total:53100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$570$571$608$634$688$775$911$613$535$625$821$942$784
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):229.40%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):15967.95%
Renter Occupied:5322.65%
Total Occupied Housing Units:234100%

Occupied Housing Units:23478.26%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):6521.74%
Total Housing Units:299100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:28695.65%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:134.35%
Total Housing Units:299100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 52.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly above the state rate (27.80%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 98.30%, which is markedly above the state rate (89.10%). The uninsured rate is 7.10%, which is on par with the state rate (13.40%). Private coverage is 86.90%, which is notably higher than the state rate (62.50%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is on par with the state rate (11.10%), down 1.90 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.80 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (56.80%). College enrollment is 24.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:61.72%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):9326.72%
Some college, no degree:4312.36%
Associate's degree:246.90%
Bachelor's degree:15644.83%
Graduate or professional degree:267.47%
Total:348100%
High school or higher:34298.28%
Bachelor's degree or higher:18252.30%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:46669.66%
Public Insurance:16524.66%
No Insurance:385.68%
Total:669100%
Has Health Insurance:63194.32%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty1.9%1.0%1.1%3.2%3.1%4.1%8.0%11.5%3.8%5.9%7.2%0.9%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):7156.80%
High school (grades 9-12):2419.20%
College or graduate school:3024.00%
Total:125100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):9576.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 73931 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 10 business establishments, employing about 41 people with an annual payroll of $1,261,000. USPS data shows 229 residential mailboxes and 26 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:229Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:26Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:275Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:229Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:10Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$319,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,261,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:41Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 73931 is located in Beaver County, Oklahoma, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Oklahoma's 3rd Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 73931. It covers 226.991 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.093 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:226.991 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.093 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:03Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:34116.73 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


73932 | | 73901

Schools in ZIP Code 73931


ZIP Code 73931 is in the Balko Public Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 2 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Balko Es 110 Bison Lane
Balko, OK 73931
District: Balko Public Schools
Balko Hs 110 Bison Lane
Balko, OK 73931
District: Balko Public Schools
Woodward Christian Academy 1900 Kansas Ave
Woodward, OK 73801
District: Private SchoolNearby
Western Oklahoma Christian School 22381 E 1070 Rd
Clinton, OK 73601
District: Private SchoolNearby
Corn Bible Academy 208 N Reimer
Corn, OK 73024
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 73931


Seward County Community College 1801 N. Kansas Ave.
Liberal, KS 67901
Type: Post Secondary
Oklahoma Panhandle State University 323 Eagle Ave
Goodwell, OK 73939-0430
Type: Post Secondary
High Plains Technology Center 3921 34th St
Woodward, OK 73801
Type: Post Secondary
Formations Institute Of Cosmetology & Barbering 502 Texas Ave
Woodward, OK 73801
Type: Post Secondary
Frank Phillips College 1301 W. Roosevelt St.
Borger, TX 79008-5118
Type: Post Secondary
Dodge City Community College 2501 N 14th Ave
Dodge City, KS 67801-2399
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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