Tahlequah, Oklahoma Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Tahlequah, Oklahoma is 16,513 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 32nd-largest city in Oklahoma. The median household income is $48,515, the median home value is $182,800, and the median age is 30.7.
The population has grown 9.6% since 2010 (15,800 → 17,319).
16,513
Population
1294
People / sq mi
$48,515
Median Income
$182,800
Median Home Value
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Tahlequah covers 12.8 sq mi of land at 1294 people per square mile.
About Tahlequah, OK
Homeownership is the standout figure in Tahlequah: 41.2% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. Tahlequah is a city in Oklahoma with a population of 16,513. It ranks #32 among cities in Oklahoma by population.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $48,515, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 13.0%, close to the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $182,800, with typical rent around $794.
Roughly 34.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (4.3%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Tahlequah city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Tahlequah city had a population of 15,800 in 2010 and 17,319 in 2024, a 9.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,319 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.66%.
17,319
Population (2024)
15,800
Population (2010)
17,319
Peak (2024)
0.66%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,800 |
| 2011 | 15,994 |
| 2012 | 16,231 |
| 2013 | 16,201 |
| 2014 | 16,368 |
| 2015 | 16,456 |
| 2016 | 16,628 |
| 2017 | 16,727 |
| 2018 | 16,704 |
| 2019 | 16,819 |
| 2020 | 16,463 |
| 2021 | 16,763 |
| 2022 | 17,039 |
| 2023 | 17,056 |
| 2024 | 17,319 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 45.3% |
| Black or African American | 2.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 43.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$48,515
Median Household Income
$29,597
Per Capita Income
13.0%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$182,800
Median Home Value
$794
Median Rent
41.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.4%
High School+
34.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
75.6%
Public Transit
4.3%
Work From Home
18.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
30.5%
Foreign Born
91.6%
Non-English at Home
5.5%
Veterans
19.2%
With Disability
81.3%
Health Insurance
89.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 34.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.7% |
| Public Administration | 7.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.9% |
| Manufacturing | 5.3% |
| Information | 4.5% |
| Construction | 4.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 3.8% |
| Retail Trade | 2.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tahlequah, Oklahoma has a population of 16,513 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 32nd-largest city in Oklahoma.
The median household income in Tahlequah, Oklahoma is $48,515, with 13.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Tahlequah, Oklahoma is $182,800, with median monthly rent at $794 and a homeownership rate of 41.2%.
The median age in Tahlequah, Oklahoma is 30.7 years. The population is 46.6% male and 53.4% female.
The population has grown 9.6% since 2010 (15,800 → 17,319).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.