Tulsa County, Oklahoma Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 2nd-largest in Oklahoma
The population of Tulsa County, Oklahoma is 673,708 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 2nd-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $67,317, the median home value is $213,500, and the median age is 36.0.
The population of Tulsa County has grown 14.6% since 2010 (605,024 → 693,514), a +0.98% annualized rate.
673,708
Population
+0.98%
Annual growth
1181
People / sq mi
$67,317
Median Income
$213,500
Median Home Value
Tulsa County covers 570 sq mi of land at 1181.4 people per square mile.
About Tulsa County, OK
Tulsa County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US counties, at roughly 1,181 people per square mile. With 673,708 residents, Tulsa County is a county in Oklahoma. It is the #2-largest of all counties in Oklahoma nationally.
Median household income is $67,317, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.8%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $213,500, with typical rent around $1,060.
About 33.7% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, near the 35.0% national figure. About 10.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Tulsa County: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Tulsa County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Tulsa County had a population of 605,024 in 2010 and 693,514 in 2024, a 14.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 693,514 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.98%.
693,514
Population (2024)
605,024
Population (2010)
693,514
Peak (2024)
0.98%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 605,024 |
| 2011 | 609,323 |
| 2012 | 615,376 |
| 2013 | 623,978 |
| 2014 | 631,241 |
| 2015 | 640,851 |
| 2016 | 646,328 |
| 2017 | 646,874 |
| 2018 | 648,496 |
| 2019 | 652,166 |
| 2020 | 670,708 |
| 2021 | 674,123 |
| 2022 | 679,212 |
| 2023 | 686,411 |
| 2024 | 693,514 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 62.6% |
| Black or African American | 9.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 11.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
36.0
Median Age
50.9%
Female
49.1%
Male
14.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.9% · Seniors (65+): 14.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $67,317+$3,714 vs state |
| Mean household income | $96,856 |
| Per-capita income | $39,673 |
| Poverty rate | 10.8%-0.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 62.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Tulsa County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
1.3%
Carpool
77.2%
Public transit
10.3%
Work from home
20.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$213,500+$27,600 vs state
Median home value
$1,060
Median rent
59.7%
Homeownership rate
295,318
Total housing units
90.9%
Occupied
9.1%
Vacant
40.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
86.2%
With health insurance
95.6%
With broadband internet
32.8%
Foreign-born
6.8%
Veterans (18+)
13.6%
With a disability
83.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.8%
High School+
33.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tulsa County, Oklahoma has a population of 673,708 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 2nd-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 1181 people per square mile.
The population of Tulsa County has grown 14.6% since 2010 (605,024 → 693,514), a +0.98% annualized rate.
The median household income in Tulsa County, Oklahoma is $67,317, with mean (average) household income of $96,856 and per-capita income of $39,673. 10.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Tulsa County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (62.6%), Hispanic or Latino (11.6%), Black or African American (9.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Tulsa County, Oklahoma is 36.0 years. Residents are 50.9% female and 49.1% male.
The median home value in Tulsa County is $213,500 and median monthly rent is $1,060. 59.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 295,318 total housing units, 9.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Tulsa County, Oklahoma is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.
Oklahoma City is among the largest cities associated with Tulsa County, Oklahoma, with a population of 688,693.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.