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Population Review

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.

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

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 is a county in Oklahoma with a population of 673,708. It ranks #2 among counties in Oklahoma by population. The median age is 36.0, younger than the national median. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

The median household income in Tulsa County is $67,317, below the US median of $74,580. 10.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $213,500, with monthly rent averaging $1,060. The homeownership rate of 59.7% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Tulsa County reflects 33.7% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 10.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 20.1 minutes each way.

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%.

2024 · 694K20102024

693,514

Population (2024)

605,024

Population (2010)

693,514

Peak (2024)

0.98%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010605,024
2011609,323
2012615,376
2013623,978
2014631,241
2015640,851
2016646,328
2017646,874
2018648,496
2019652,166
2020670,708
2021674,123
2022679,212
2023686,411
2024693,514

Race & Ethnicity

White62.6%
Black or African American9.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)11.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

36.0

Median Age

50.9%

Female

49.1%

Male

14.9%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.7%
5–9
6.9%
10–14
7.3%
15–19
6.9%
20–24
6.5%
25–34
14.3%
35–44
13.4%
45–54
11.6%
55–59
5.7%
60–64
5.8%
65–74
9.0%
75–84
4.3%
85+
1.6%

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 rate10.8%-0.3% vs state
Unemployment rate3.5%
Employment-to-population62.2%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
22.0%
Finance & real estate
11.3%
Manufacturing
10.7%
Education & health care
9.4%
Construction
7.0%
Retail trade
6.5%
Information
6.2%
Arts, entertainment & food
5.6%

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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Common questions about Tulsa County, OK

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.

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

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