Garfield County, Oklahoma Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 12th-largest in Oklahoma
The population of Garfield County, Oklahoma is 62,322 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $67,302, the median home value is $149,800, and the median age is 35.7.
The population of Garfield County has grown 2.0% since 2010 (60,771 → 62,007), a +0.14% annualized rate.
62,322
Population
+0.14%
Annual growth
59
People / sq mi
$67,302
Median Income
$149,800
Median Home Value
Garfield County covers 1,059 sq mi of land at 58.9 people per square mile.
About Garfield County, OK
Garfield County skews on age — the median resident is 35.7, younger than the national median. With 62,322 residents, Garfield County is a county in Oklahoma. It ranks #12 among counties in Oklahoma by population.
Median household income is $67,302, below the US median of $78,538. About 10.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $149,800, with typical rent around $915.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 22.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 4.2% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
Garfield County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Garfield County had a population of 60,771 in 2010 and 62,007 in 2024, a 2.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 63,246 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: 0.15%.
62,007
Population (2024)
60,771
Population (2010)
63,246
Peak (2015)
0.15%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 60,771 |
| 2011 | 60,768 |
| 2012 | 61,365 |
| 2013 | 62,368 |
| 2014 | 62,801 |
| 2015 | 63,246 |
| 2016 | 62,585 |
| 2017 | 61,720 |
| 2018 | 61,270 |
| 2019 | 61,332 |
| 2020 | 62,701 |
| 2021 | 61,977 |
| 2022 | 61,990 |
| 2023 | 62,055 |
| 2024 | 62,007 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 74.7% |
| Black or African American | 2.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
35.7
Median Age
49.8%
Female
50.2%
Male
16.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 21.4% · Seniors (65+): 16.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $67,302+$3,699 vs state |
| Mean household income | $85,427 |
| Per-capita income | $33,818 |
| Poverty rate | 10.0%-1.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 59.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Garfield County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.2%
Carpool
79.3%
Public transit
4.2%
Work from home
18.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$149,800$-36,100 vs state
Median home value
$915
Median rent
64.6%
Homeownership rate
27,782
Total housing units
86.1%
Occupied
13.9%
Vacant
35.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
86.4%
With health insurance
94.7%
With broadband internet
32.0%
Foreign-born
8.5%
Veterans (18+)
18.3%
With a disability
87.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
87.5%
High School+
22.3%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Garfield County, Oklahoma has a population of 62,322 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 59 people per square mile.
The population of Garfield County has grown 2.0% since 2010 (60,771 → 62,007), a +0.14% annualized rate.
The median household income in Garfield County, Oklahoma is $67,302, with mean (average) household income of $85,427 and per-capita income of $33,818. 10.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Garfield County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (74.7%), Hispanic or Latino (5.8%), Black or African American (2.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Garfield County, Oklahoma is 35.7 years. Residents are 49.8% female and 50.2% male.
The median home value in Garfield County is $149,800 and median monthly rent is $915. 64.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 27,782 total housing units, 13.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Garfield County, Oklahoma is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.
Oklahoma City is among the largest cities associated with Garfield County, Oklahoma, with a population of 688,693.
Garfield County, OK Climate
Garfield County, OK has an average annual temperature of 15°C (59°F) and receives about 852 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15°C
Avg Temp
852
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 34° | 27 mm |
| February | 4° / 40° | 38 mm |
| March | 9° / 49° | 64 mm |
| April | 15° / 58° | 84 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 122 mm |
| June | 25° / 77° | 106 mm |
| July | 28° / 83° | 71 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 80 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 88 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 78 mm |
| November | 8° / 47° | 58 mm |
| December | 3° / 38° | 36 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 Garfield County, OK
The most comfortable months to visit Garfield County, OK are typically September, May and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°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.