Del City, Oklahoma Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Del City, Oklahoma is 21,561 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 22nd-largest city in Oklahoma. The median household income is $48,895, the median home value is $112,800, and the median age is 35.3.
The population has declined 0.5% since 2010 (21,377 → 21,272).
21,561
Population
2868
People / sq mi
$48,895
Median Income
$112,800
Median Home Value
Get Del City's next ACS population data
Subscribe for Population Review updates by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Del City covers 7.5 sq mi of land at 2868 people per square mile.
About Del City, OK
In Del City, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $112,800. With 21,561 residents, Del City is a city in Oklahoma. It ranks #22 among cities in Oklahoma by population.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $48,895, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 16.4%, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $112,800, with typical rent around $1,020.
Del City is among the least college-educated US cities, at 15.8% — below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.6% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Del City city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Del City city had a population of 21,377 in 2010 and 21,272 in 2024, a -0.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,983 in 2014. Average annual growth rate: -0.03%.
21,272
Population (2024)
21,377
Population (2010)
21,983
Peak (2014)
-0.03%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 21,377 |
| 2011 | 21,592 |
| 2012 | 21,855 |
| 2013 | 21,978 |
| 2014 | 21,983 |
| 2015 | 21,981 |
| 2016 | 21,931 |
| 2017 | 21,782 |
| 2018 | 21,735 |
| 2019 | 21,712 |
| 2020 | 21,804 |
| 2021 | 21,594 |
| 2022 | 21,465 |
| 2023 | 21,375 |
| 2024 | 21,272 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 54.6% |
| Black or African American | 22.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$48,895
Median Household Income
$26,156
Per Capita Income
16.4%
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$112,800
Median Home Value
$1,020
Median Rent
55.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.2%
High School+
15.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
78.5%
Public Transit
7.6%
Work From Home
20.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
28.5%
Foreign Born
90.5%
Non-English at Home
13.4%
Veterans
19.4%
With Disability
86.9%
Health Insurance
91.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.8% |
| Public Administration | 9.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.2% |
| Retail Trade | 7.9% |
| Manufacturing | 7.8% |
| Construction | 6.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.6% |
| Information | 5.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.3% |
Largest cities in Oklahoma
Largest counties in Oklahoma
Part of Oklahoma
Metro areas in Oklahoma
City rankings
Frequently Asked Questions
Del City, Oklahoma has a population of 21,561 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 22nd-largest city in Oklahoma.
The median household income in Del City, Oklahoma is $48,895, with 16.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Del City, Oklahoma is $112,800, with median monthly rent at $1,020 and a homeownership rate of 55.5%.
The median age in Del City, Oklahoma is 35.3 years. The population is 47.1% male and 52.9% female.
The population has declined 0.5% since 2010 (21,377 → 21,272).
Where to stay in Del City
Visiting or relocating to Del City, OK? Compare hotels and short-term rentals across the metro — live availability and prices.
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
More from Oklahoma
Population 688,693
Population 412,322
Population 128,714
Population 115,919
Population 95,618
Full rankings of Oklahoma cities by population
Statewide data for Oklahoma
Population, race, income, age, and trends across Oklahoma
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.