Okmulgee, Oklahoma Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Okmulgee, Oklahoma is 11,370 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 42nd-largest city in Oklahoma. The median household income is $39,060, the median home value is $90,200, and the median age is 36.0.
The population has declined 9.1% since 2010 (12,493 → 11,354).
11,370
Population
660
People / sq mi
$39,060
Median Income
$90,200
Median Home Value
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Okmulgee covers 17.2 sq mi of land at 660 people per square mile.
About Okmulgee, OK
Housing cost is the defining feature of Okmulgee: the median home is valued at $90,200. Okmulgee is a city in Oklahoma with a population of 11,370. It ranks #42 among cities in Oklahoma by population.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $39,060, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 19.1%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $90,200, with typical rent around $799.
Okmulgee is among the least college-educated US cities, at 14.6% — below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 4.1% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Okmulgee city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Okmulgee city had a population of 12,493 in 2010 and 11,354 in 2024, a -9.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,493 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.68%.
11,354
Population (2024)
12,493
Population (2010)
12,493
Peak (2010)
-0.68%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,493 |
| 2011 | 12,373 |
| 2012 | 12,269 |
| 2013 | 12,185 |
| 2014 | 12,056 |
| 2015 | 12,019 |
| 2016 | 11,987 |
| 2017 | 11,877 |
| 2018 | 11,699 |
| 2019 | 11,711 |
| 2020 | 11,289 |
| 2021 | 11,398 |
| 2022 | 11,381 |
| 2023 | 11,346 |
| 2024 | 11,354 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 53.8% |
| Black or African American | 14.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 26.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$39,060
Median Household Income
$24,446
Per Capita Income
19.1%
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$90,200
Median Home Value
$799
Median Rent
51.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.7%
High School+
14.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
79.7%
Public Transit
4.1%
Work From Home
21.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.7%
Foreign Born
97.0%
Non-English at Home
5.7%
Veterans
25.8%
With Disability
82.5%
Health Insurance
87.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 31.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.9% |
| Manufacturing | 7.7% |
| Public Administration | 7.7% |
| Retail Trade | 7.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.0% |
| Construction | 4.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.6% |
| Information | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Okmulgee, Oklahoma has a population of 11,370 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 42nd-largest city in Oklahoma.
The median household income in Okmulgee, Oklahoma is $39,060, with 19.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Okmulgee, Oklahoma is $90,200, with median monthly rent at $799 and a homeownership rate of 51.6%.
The median age in Okmulgee, Oklahoma is 36.0 years. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
The population has declined 9.1% since 2010 (12,493 → 11,354).
Okmulgee city, OK Climate
Okmulgee city, OK has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F) and receives about 1063 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.7°C
Avg Temp
1063
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 36° | 41 mm |
| February | 6° / 42° | 54 mm |
| March | 11° / 51° | 92 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 105 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 142 mm |
| June | 25° / 76° | 115 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 74 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 65 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 121 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 102 mm |
| November | 10° / 50° | 90 mm |
| December | 5° / 41° | 62 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Okmulgee city, OK
The most comfortable months to visit Okmulgee city, OK are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.