Grady County, Oklahoma Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 13th-largest in Oklahoma
The population of Grady County, Oklahoma is 55,868 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $75,730, the median home value is $187,900, and the median age is 39.9.
The population of Grady County has grown 11.3% since 2010 (52,434 → 58,353), a +0.77% annualized rate.
55,868
Population
+0.77%
Annual growth
51
People / sq mi
$75,730
Median Income
$187,900
Median Home Value
Grady County covers 1,101 sq mi of land at 50.8 people per square mile.
About Grady County, OK
What sets Grady County apart is money: median household income runs $75,730, near the US median of $78,538. Grady County is a county in Oklahoma with a population of 55,868. It ranks #13 among counties in Oklahoma by population.
Median household income is $75,730, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.5%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $187,900, with typical rent around $874.
21.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 6.8%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Grady County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Grady County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Grady County had a population of 52,434 in 2010 and 58,353 in 2024, a 11.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 58,353 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.77%.
58,353
Population (2024)
52,434
Population (2010)
58,353
Peak (2024)
0.77%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 52,434 |
| 2011 | 52,746 |
| 2012 | 53,025 |
| 2013 | 53,638 |
| 2014 | 53,883 |
| 2015 | 54,563 |
| 2016 | 54,677 |
| 2017 | 54,819 |
| 2018 | 55,411 |
| 2019 | 55,764 |
| 2020 | 54,884 |
| 2021 | 55,601 |
| 2022 | 56,700 |
| 2023 | 57,493 |
| 2024 | 58,353 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 81.5% |
| Black or African American | 2.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
39.9
Median Age
49.8%
Female
50.2%
Male
16.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.0% · Seniors (65+): 16.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $75,730+$12,127 vs state |
| Mean household income | $93,439 |
| Per-capita income | $36,380 |
| Poverty rate | 8.5%-2.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 57.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Grady County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
1.3%
Carpool
81.7%
Public transit
6.8%
Work from home
26.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$187,900+$2,000 vs state
Median home value
$874
Median rent
75.3%
Homeownership rate
23,332
Total housing units
88.0%
Occupied
12.0%
Vacant
24.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
87.6%
With health insurance
92.3%
With broadband internet
26.5%
Foreign-born
8.2%
Veterans (18+)
18.9%
With a disability
96.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.5%
High School+
21.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Grady County, Oklahoma has a population of 55,868 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 51 people per square mile.
The population of Grady County has grown 11.3% since 2010 (52,434 → 58,353), a +0.77% annualized rate.
The median household income in Grady County, Oklahoma is $75,730, with mean (average) household income of $93,439 and per-capita income of $36,380. 8.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Grady County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (81.5%), Hispanic or Latino (10.3%), Black or African American (2.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Grady County, Oklahoma is 39.9 years. Residents are 49.8% female and 50.2% male.
The median home value in Grady County is $187,900 and median monthly rent is $874. 75.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 23,332 total housing units, 12.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Grady County, Oklahoma is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.
Oklahoma City is among the largest cities associated with Grady County, Oklahoma, with a population of 688,693.
Grady County, OK Climate
Grady County, OK has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F) and receives about 822 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.1°C
Avg Temp
822
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / 37° | 28 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 39 mm |
| March | 11° / 52° | 63 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 75 mm |
| May | 21° / 69° | 126 mm |
| June | 25° / 78° | 101 mm |
| July | 28° / 83° | 57 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 66 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 99 mm |
| October | 17° / 63° | 84 mm |
| November | 10° / 50° | 49 mm |
| December | 5° / 41° | 35 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 Grady County, OK
The most comfortable months to visit Grady County, OK are typically May, September 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 -3°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.