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Population Review

Murray County, Oklahoma Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 49th-largest in Oklahoma

The population of Murray County, Oklahoma is 13,807 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 49th-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $61,904, the median home value is $154,900, and the median age is 41.5.

The population of Murray County has grown 1.7% since 2010 (13,526 → 13,754), a +0.12% annualized rate.

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

13,807

Population

+0.12%

Annual growth

33

People / sq mi

$61,904

Median Income

$154,900

Median Home Value

Murray County covers 416 sq mi of land at 33.2 people per square mile.

About Murray County, OK

Murray County is a county in Oklahoma with a population of 13,807. It ranks #49 among counties in Oklahoma by population. The median age is 41.5, older than the national median. The population is 51.1% male and 48.9% female.

The median household income in Murray County is $61,904, below the US median of $74,580. 11.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $154,900, with monthly rent averaging $859. The homeownership rate of 71.7% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Murray County reflects 17.8% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 3.0% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 20.5 minutes each way.

Murray County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Murray County had a population of 13,526 in 2010 and 13,754 in 2024, a 1.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,081 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.12%.

2019 · 14K20102024

13,754

Population (2024)

13,526

Population (2010)

14,081

Peak (2019)

0.12%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201013,526
201113,598
201213,621
201313,682
201413,763
201513,859
201613,922
201713,927
201813,977
201914,081
202013,878
202113,720
202213,677
202313,735
202413,754

Race & Ethnicity

White71.6%
Black or African American1.3%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)21.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

41.5

Median Age

48.9%

Female

51.1%

Male

20.3%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.7%
5–9
5.8%
10–14
7.4%
15–19
6.1%
20–24
5.6%
25–34
11.9%
35–44
11.5%
45–54
12.1%
55–59
6.1%
60–64
7.6%
65–74
11.4%
75–84
5.9%
85+
3.0%

Children (under 15): 18.9% · Seniors (65+): 20.3%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$61,904$-1,699 vs state
Mean household income$85,918
Per-capita income$33,997
Poverty rate11.0%-0.1% vs state
Unemployment rate1.2%
Employment-to-population55.2%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
18.2%
Education & health care
10.6%
Manufacturing
10.2%
Construction
7.7%
Information
6.9%
Public administration
5.8%
Finance & real estate
5.6%
Retail trade
5.0%

The largest employment sector in Murray County is professional & business services, accounting for 18.2% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

1.8%

Carpool

88.4%

Public transit

3.0%

Work from home

20.5 min

Avg commute

Housing

$154,900$-31,000 vs state

Median home value

$859

Median rent

71.7%

Homeownership rate

6,546

Total housing units

76.0%

Occupied

24.0%

Vacant

28.3%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

86.4%

With health insurance

92.5%

With broadband internet

29.6%

Foreign-born

10.4%

Veterans (18+)

21.8%

With a disability

96.3%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

85.8%

High School+

17.8%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Murray County, Oklahoma has a population of 13,807 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 49th-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 33 people per square mile.

The population of Murray County has grown 1.7% since 2010 (13,526 → 13,754), a +0.12% annualized rate.

The median household income in Murray County, Oklahoma is $61,904, with mean (average) household income of $85,918 and per-capita income of $33,997. 11.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Murray County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (71.6%), Hispanic or Latino (21.2%), Black or African American (1.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Murray County, Oklahoma is 41.5 years. Residents are 48.9% female and 51.1% male.

The median home value in Murray County is $154,900 and median monthly rent is $859. 71.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 6,546 total housing units, 24.0% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Murray County, Oklahoma is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 18.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.2%.

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

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.