Bryan County, Oklahoma Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 19th-largest in Oklahoma

The population of Bryan County, Oklahoma is 47,237 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 19th-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $54,280, the median home value is $163,700, and the median age is 36.8.

The population of Bryan County has grown 18.1% since 2010 (42,579 → 50,305), a +1.20% annualized rate.

Bryan County within Oklahoma · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

47,237

Population

+1.20%

Annual growth

People / sq mi

$54,280

Median Income

$163,700

Median Home Value

Bryan County covers 904 sq mi of land at 52.2 people per square mile.

About Bryan County, OK

Bryan County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 47.4% of the population. With 47,237 residents, Bryan County is a county in Oklahoma. It ranks #19 among counties in Oklahoma by population.

The typical household earns $54,280, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.5%, close to the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $163,700, with typical rent around $914.

24.4% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 7.7% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.

The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Bryan County, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.

Bryan County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Bryan County had a population of 42,579 in 2010 and 50,305 in 2024, a 18.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 50,305 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.21%.

Bryan County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

50,305

Population (2024)

42,579

Population (2010)

50,305

Peak (2024)

1.21%

Avg Annual Growth

Year	Population	Change	Annual %	Source
2010	42,579	-	-	estimate
2011	43,128	+549	+1.29%	estimate
2012	43,471	+343	+0.80%	estimate
2013	44,149	+678	+1.56%	estimate
2014	44,525	+376	+0.85%	estimate
2015	45,080	+555	+1.25%	estimate
2016	45,679	+599	+1.33%	estimate
2017	46,571	+892	+1.95%	estimate
2018	47,290	+719	+1.54%	estimate
2019	48,089	+799	+1.69%	estimate
2020	46,328	-1,761	-3.66%	estimate
2021	47,130	+802	+1.73%	estimate
2022	48,229	+1,099	+2.33%	estimate
2023	49,271	+1,042	+2.16%	estimate
2024	50,305	+1,034	+2.10%	estimate

Race & Ethnicity

White	70.4%
Black or African American	2.4%
Asian	0.1%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)	21.0%
Two or More Races	0.0%

Age & Sex

36.8

Median Age

51.1%

Female

48.9%

Male

17.3%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5

6.4%

5–9

5.9%

10–14

7.5%

15–19

6.5%

20–24

7.0%

25–34

13.8%

35–44

12.1%

45–54

11.8%

55–59

6.0%

60–64

5.7%

65–74

9.9%

75–84

5.5%

85+

1.9%

Children (under 15): 19.8% · Seniors (65+): 17.3%

Income & Poverty

Median household income	$54,280$-9,323 vs state
Mean household income	$72,300
Per-capita income	$28,998
Poverty rate	12.5%+1.4% vs state
Unemployment rate	2.8%
Employment-to-population	55.2%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services

22.6%

Education & health care

17.0%

Manufacturing

9.0%

Construction

6.9%

Public administration

6.2%

Arts, entertainment & food

5.6%

Finance & real estate

5.3%

Retail trade

4.5%

The largest employment sector in Bryan County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.6% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

2.1%

Carpool

80.5%

Public transit

7.7%

Work from home

19.8 min

Avg commute

Housing

$163,700$-22,200 vs state

Median home value

$914

Median rent

63.6%

Homeownership rate

20,605

Total housing units

88.5%

Occupied

11.5%

Vacant

36.4%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

80.3%

With health insurance

91.6%

With broadband internet

47.4%

Foreign-born

6.9%

Veterans (18+)

20.0%

With a disability

94.8%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

87.6%

High School+

24.4%

Bachelor's+

Largest cities in Oklahoma

Oklahoma City (688,693)Tulsa (412,322)Norman (128,714)Broken Arrow (115,919)Edmond (95,618)Lawton (90,662)Moore (63,045)Midwest City (58,170)Enid (50,821)Stillwater (48,818)All Oklahoma cities →

Other counties in Oklahoma

Oklahoma County (800,487)Tulsa County (673,708)Cleveland County (297,545)Canadian County (162,621)Comanche County (121,699)Rogers County (97,235)Wagoner County (84,339)Payne County (82,290)Pottawatomie County (73,011)Creek County (72,353)All Oklahoma counties →

Part of Oklahoma

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Metro areas in Oklahoma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bryan County, Oklahoma has a population of 47,237 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 19th-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 52 people per square mile.

The population of Bryan County has grown 18.1% since 2010 (42,579 → 50,305), a +1.20% annualized rate.

The median household income in Bryan County, Oklahoma is $54,280, with mean (average) household income of $72,300 and per-capita income of $28,998. 12.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Bryan County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (70.4%), Hispanic or Latino (21.0%), Black or African American (2.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Bryan County, Oklahoma is 36.8 years. Residents are 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

The median home value in Bryan County is $163,700 and median monthly rent is $914. 63.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 20,605 total housing units, 11.5% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Bryan County, Oklahoma is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.8%.

Oklahoma City is among the largest cities associated with Bryan County, Oklahoma, with a population of 688,693.