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Population Review

Washington County, Oklahoma Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 14th-largest in Oklahoma

The population of Washington County, Oklahoma is 52,895 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 14th-largest county in Oklahoma. The median household income is $61,205, the median home value is $160,900, and the median age is 39.4.

The population of Washington County has grown 5.9% since 2010 (51,071 → 54,060), a +0.41% annualized rate.

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

52,895

Population

+0.41%

Annual growth

127

People / sq mi

$61,205

Median Income

$160,900

Median Home Value

Washington County covers 416 sq mi of land at 127.3 people per square mile.

About Washington County, OK

Washington County is a county in Oklahoma with a population of 52,895. It ranks #14 among counties in Oklahoma by population. The median age is 39.4, in line with the national median. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

The median household income in Washington County is $61,205, below the US median of $74,580. 11.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $160,900, with monthly rent averaging $903. The homeownership rate of 71.8% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Washington County reflects 30.5% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 6.6% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 20.4 minutes each way.

Washington County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Washington County had a population of 51,071 in 2010 and 54,060 in 2024, a 5.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 54,060 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.41%.

2024 · 54K20102024

54,060

Population (2024)

51,071

Population (2010)

54,060

Peak (2024)

0.41%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201051,071
201151,378
201251,655
201351,684
201452,044
201552,144
201652,099
201752,107
201851,881
201951,665
202052,606
202152,902
202253,289
202353,772
202454,060

Race & Ethnicity

White72.8%
Black or African American2.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)16.8%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

39.4

Median Age

50.7%

Female

49.3%

Male

20.0%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.0%
5–9
6.7%
10–14
7.1%
15–19
6.7%
20–24
5.7%
25–34
11.8%
35–44
12.4%
45–54
11.3%
55–59
5.8%
60–64
6.6%
65–74
11.0%
75–84
6.2%
85+
2.8%

Children (under 15): 19.8% · Seniors (65+): 20.0%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$61,205$-2,398 vs state
Mean household income$86,952
Per-capita income$34,969
Poverty rate11.1%
Unemployment rate2.2%
Employment-to-population55.2%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
22.4%
Manufacturing
12.5%
Education & health care
9.6%
Finance & real estate
9.3%
Arts, entertainment & food
6.6%
Construction
5.9%
Agriculture
5.5%
Retail trade
5.1%

The largest employment sector in Washington County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.4% of workers.

How residents commute

0.3%

Drive alone

1.9%

Carpool

77.1%

Public transit

6.6%

Work from home

20.4 min

Avg commute

Housing

$160,900$-25,000 vs state

Median home value

$903

Median rent

71.8%

Homeownership rate

23,745

Total housing units

86.7%

Occupied

13.3%

Vacant

28.2%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

88.5%

With health insurance

92.8%

With broadband internet

36.8%

Foreign-born

8.1%

Veterans (18+)

18.0%

With a disability

93.7%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

91.5%

High School+

30.5%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Washington County, Oklahoma has a population of 52,895 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 14th-largest county in Oklahoma. Population density is 127 people per square mile.

The population of Washington County has grown 5.9% since 2010 (51,071 → 54,060), a +0.41% annualized rate.

The median household income in Washington County, Oklahoma is $61,205, with mean (average) household income of $86,952 and per-capita income of $34,969. 11.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Washington County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (72.8%), Hispanic or Latino (16.8%), Black or African American (2.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Washington County, Oklahoma is 39.4 years. Residents are 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

The median home value in Washington County is $160,900 and median monthly rent is $903. 71.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 23,745 total housing units, 13.3% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Washington County, Oklahoma is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.

Oklahoma City is among the largest cities associated with Washington 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.