Jay, Oklahoma
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −13.8% |
| 2008 | −19.1% |
| 2012 | −18.6% |
| 2016 | −49.0% |
| 2020 | −54.2% |
| 2024 | −56.1% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 21.6%Harris180 | 77.7%Trump647 | 0.7% | R+56.1 | R+1.9 | R+54.6 | 833 | |
| R | 22.3%Biden178 | 76.5%Trump610 | 1.1% | R+54.2 | R+5.2 | R+58.7 | 797 | |
| R | 23.5%Clinton181 | 72.5%Trump558 | 4.0% | R+49.0 | R+30.3 | R+51.1 | 770 | |
| R | 40.7%Obama286 | 59.3%Romney417 | — | R+18.6 | D+0.5 | R+22.5 | 703 | |
| R | 39.4%Obama291 | 58.5%McCain432 | 2.0% | R+19.1 | R+5.3 | R+26.4 | 738 | |
| R | 43.1%Kerry346 | 56.9%Bush457 | 0.0% | R+13.8 | — | R+11.4 | 803 |
Jay sits in the Southern Plains. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 56.1 points in 2024. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 1.9 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 56.1 points.
A population of 2,731, a 41% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $38,094 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Jay, Oklahoma vote in 2024?
In 2024, Jay, Oklahoma voted Republican by 56.1 points (R+56.1), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 833 votes cast, 180 went Democratic and 647 went Republican.
How many people live in Jay, Oklahoma?
Jay, Oklahoma has a population of 2,731 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Jay, Oklahoma?
Median household income in Jay, Oklahoma is $38,094 — below the national median of $80,734. The Oklahoma state median is $65,039.
What is the political history of Jay, Oklahoma?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Jay, Oklahoma from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.