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Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. Oklahoma County had 822,125 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 3.2% since 2020, slower than Oklahoma (+4.1%). It holds 20 places (20 cities, villages and boroughs) and 266 census tracts. GEOID 40109.
Oklahoma County is one of the 7 counties of the Oklahoma City, OK metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
822,125
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 796,292 · ACS 2020-2024: 806,199
Median household income
$66,679
±$1,050 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $65,039
Median home value
$222,900
±$2,753 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $199,800
Median gross rent
$1,116
±$10 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $1,014
How many people live in Oklahoma County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 796,292 residents in Oklahoma County. The Census Bureau estimates 822,125 for July 1, 2025, up 3.2% since 2020, slower than Oklahoma (+4.1%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 806,199 over 709 square miles of land.
| Measure | Oklahoma County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 806,199 | 4,028,634 | +18,983 |
| Households | 328,101±1,481 | 1,562,389 | +26,531 |
| Average household size | 2.41±0.01 | 2.50 | −0.15 |
| Housing units | 360,591±370 | 1,775,127 | +21,909 |
Oklahoma County's population since 2000
From 660,448 in 2000 to 822,125 in 2025: up 24.5%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Oklahoma County?
Oklahoma County holds 20 places: 20 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Oklahoma City with 719,849 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Oklahoma City | 681,054 | $68,656 |
|---|---|---|
| Edmond | 94,428 | $103,183 |
| Midwest City | 58,409 | $57,520 |
| Del City | 21,822 | $46,925 |
| Bethany | 20,831 | $56,591 |
| Choctaw | 12,182 | $100,574 |
| Warr Acres | 10,452 | $53,273 |
| The Village | 9,538 | $77,108 |
| Harrah | 6,245 | $84,375 |
| Spencer | 3,978 | $59,861 |
| Nichols Hills | 3,870 | $207,567 |
| Jones | 2,885 | $77,371 |
| Nicoma Park | 2,313 | $62,447 |
| Luther | 1,492 | $51,827 |
| Forest Park | 1,049 | $103,929 |
| Valley Brook | 665 | $47,200 |
| ArcadiaGEOID 4002550 | 169 | $42,083 |
| Woodlawn ParkGEOID 4082000 | 160 | $90,625 |
| Lake AlumaGEOID 4040800 | 87 | $250,000 or more |
| Smith VillageGEOID 4068200 | 49 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Oklahoma County?
The median resident of Oklahoma County is 35.2 years old; 25.3% are under 18 and 14.5% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 52.1%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 20.1%. 10.8% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Oklahoma County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35.2±0.2 | 37.0 | +0.6 |
| Under 18 years | 25.3% | 24.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 14.5%±0.1 pts | 16.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 20.1% | 12.7% | +2.7 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 52.1%±0.2 pts | 62.1% | −3.9 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 14.0%±0.2 pts | 6.8% | −0.8 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 3.4%±0.1 pts | 2.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 2.1%±0.1 pts | 6.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 7.8%±0.3 pts | 8.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 10.8%±0.3 pts | 6.4% | +0.5 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 18.9%±0.4 pts | 11.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.7%±0.3 pts | 7.9% | – |
| With a disability | 14.7%±0.3 pts | 17.2% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 13.7%±0.4 pts | 12.9% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 88.5%±0.3 pts | 89.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 35.9%±0.5 pts | 28.3% | +3.9 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 13.2%±0.4 pts | 9.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.1%±0.2 pts | 2.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Oklahoma County earn?
Half of Oklahoma County's 328,101 households earn less than $66,679 a year (±$1,050), against $65,039 in Oklahoma. In 2015-2019 it was $67,097 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Oklahoma County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $66,679±$1,050 | $65,039 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $95,885±$1,591 | $88,936 | – |
| Per capita income | $39,396±$651 | $35,624 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 16.0%±0.6 pts | 15.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 21.8%±1.1 pts | 20.1% | −1.9 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 14.8%±0.5 pts | 14.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.7%±0.5 pts | 88.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Oklahoma County?
Owners occupy 58.2% of Oklahoma County's occupied homes and renters 41.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $222,900 by its owner (±$2,753). The median renter pays $1,116 a month including utilities, and 40.6% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Oklahoma County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $222,900±$2,753 | $199,800 | +$34,235 |
| Median gross rent | $1,116±$10 | $1,014 | +$45 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 40.6%±1.3 pts | 37.5% | +3.4 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,678±$18 | $1,539 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 58.2%±0.7 pts | 65.8% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 360,591±370 | 1,775,127 | +21,909 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.0%±0.2 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 7.6%±0.6 pts | 6.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 69.0%±0.6 pts | 72.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.7%±0.2 pts | 8.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.1%±0.2 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 6.5%±0.3 pts | 6.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Oklahoma County building?
Builders took permits for 6,803 new housing units across Oklahoma County in 2025 (4,945 single-family), 8.3 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Oklahoma County get to work?
76.0% of Oklahoma County's workers drive alone and 10.8% work from home. The average trip to work takes 21.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.8%.
| Measure | Oklahoma County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 65.5%±0.4 pts | 61.2% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.8%±0.3 pts | 5.0% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 76.0%±0.7 pts | 77.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.6%±0.4 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.4%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Walked | 1.6%±0.2 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Worked from home | 10.8%±0.4 pts | 9.4% | +6.9 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 21.9 min±0.3 | 22.4 min | +0.4 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Oklahoma County's census tracts?
Oklahoma County is divided into 266 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $15,231 (Tract 1047) to $250,000 or more (Tract 1064.01).
All 266 census tracts of Oklahoma County, with their figures
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Oklahoma County compare with Oklahoma's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 1st of 77 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 24th of 77 |
| Residents per square mile | 2nd of 77 |
| Median household income | 11th of 77 |
| Median home value | 9th of 77 |
| Median gross rent | 3rd of 77 |
| Poverty rate | 49th of 77 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 3rd of 77 |
| Median age | 71st of 77 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Oklahoma County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.