County · Oklahoma
Pawnee County, Oklahoma
Pawnee County, Oklahoma. Pawnee County had 16,029 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 3.1% since 2020, slower than Oklahoma (+4.1%). It holds 15 places (14 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 5 census tracts. GEOID 40117.
Pawnee County is one of the 7 counties of the Tulsa, OK metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
16,029
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 15,553 · ACS 2020-2024: 15,795
Median household income
$58,738
±$4,056 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $65,039
Median home value
$131,500
±$12,198 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $199,800
Median gross rent
$864
±$62 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $1,014
How many people live in Pawnee County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 15,553 residents in Pawnee County. The Census Bureau estimates 16,029 for July 1, 2025, up 3.1% since 2020, slower than Oklahoma (+4.1%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 15,795 over 568 square miles of land.
| Measure | Pawnee County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 15,795 | 4,028,634 | −617 |
| Households | 6,108±113 | 1,562,389 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.55±0.05 | 2.50 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 7,326±31 | 1,775,127 | −506 |
Pawnee County's population since 2000
From 16,612 in 2000 to 16,029 in 2025: down 3.5%. 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 Pawnee County?
Pawnee County holds 15 places: 14 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Cleveland with 3,271 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Cleveland | 3,205 | $55,357 |
|---|---|---|
| Pawnee | 1,936 | $41,471 |
| Westport | 448 | $83,214 |
| Jennings | 280 | $35,833 |
| Ralston | 266 | $49,821 |
| HallettGEOID 4032050 | 105 | $36,458 |
| TerltonGEOID 4072850 | 77 | $40,000 |
| BlackburnGEOID 4006450 | 70 | not published |
| MaramecGEOID 4046400 | 66 | $36,250 |
| SkedeeGEOID 4067800 | 62 | not published |
| Lone ChimneyGEOID 4043725 | – | $27,500 |
| QuayGEOID 4061450 | 39 | not published |
| Oak GroveGEOID 4053210 | 22 | not published |
| Mannford | 3,262 | $60,521 |
| Mule BarnGEOID 4049860 | – | 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 Pawnee County?
The median resident of Pawnee County is 41.6 years old; 23.2% are under 18 and 20.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 74.3%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 10.7%. 1.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Pawnee County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41.6±1.0 | 37.0 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 23.2%±0.1 pts | 24.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.1%±0.3 pts | 16.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.9% | 12.7% | +0.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 74.3%±0.3 pts | 62.1% | −2.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.3 pts | 6.8% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 2.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 9.1%±1.1 pts | 6.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.5 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 10.7%±1.1 pts | 8.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.5%±0.7 pts | 6.4% | +0.8 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.0%±0.7 pts | 11.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.8%±1.2 pts | 7.9% | – |
| With a disability | 21.7%±1.5 pts | 17.2% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 12.3%±1.5 pts | 12.9% | −3.2 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 87.3%±1.6 pts | 89.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 16.9%±1.9 pts | 28.3% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.0%±1.1 pts | 9.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.6%±0.7 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 Pawnee County earn?
Half of Pawnee County's 6,108 households earn less than $58,738 a year (±$4,056), against $65,039 in Oklahoma. In 2015-2019 it was $59,084 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Pawnee County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $58,738±$4,056 | $65,039 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $74,199±$4,395 | $88,936 | – |
| Per capita income | $29,179±$1,437 | $35,624 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 18.2%±2.4 pts | 15.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 24.3%±5.3 pts | 20.1% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 15.5%±2.1 pts | 14.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 81.8%±2.8 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 Pawnee County?
Owners occupy 79.5% of Pawnee County's occupied homes and renters 20.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $131,500 by its owner (±$12,198). The median renter pays $864 a month including utilities, and 34.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Pawnee County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $131,500±$12,198 | $199,800 | +$17,169 |
| Median gross rent | $864±$62 | $1,014 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 34.5%±8.6 pts | 37.5% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,346±$49 | $1,539 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 79.5%±2.2 pts | 65.8% | +3.9 pts |
| Housing units | 7,326±31 | 1,775,127 | −506 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.0%±0.6 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.6%±2.7 pts | 6.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 70.9%±2.1 pts | 72.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 23.0%±2.1 pts | 8.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.6%±0.3 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 13.1%±1.6 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 Pawnee County building?
Builders took permits for 2 new housing units across Pawnee County in 2025 (2 single-family), 0.1 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 Pawnee County get to work?
80.7% of Pawnee County's workers drive alone and 4.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.0 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.4%.
| Measure | Pawnee County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 53.7%±1.7 pts | 61.2% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.4%±1.0 pts | 5.0% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 80.7%±2.5 pts | 77.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.9%±2.0 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.4 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Walked | 2.9%±1.1 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Worked from home | 4.3%±1.0 pts | 9.4% | −1.9 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.0 min±1.5 | 22.4 min | no clear change |
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 Pawnee County's census tracts?
Pawnee County is divided into 5 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $44,653 (Tract 9575) to $68,305 (Tract 9572).
| Tract 957140117957100 | 3,699±171 | $60,186 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 957240117957200 | 4,583±274 | $68,305 |
| Tract 957340117957300 | 2,976±241 | $50,845 |
| Tract 957440117957400 | 2,404±216 | $57,212 |
| Tract 957540117957500 | 2,133±182 | $44,653 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Pawnee County compare with Oklahoma's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 43rd of 77 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 25th of 77 |
| Residents per square mile | 39th of 77 |
| Median household income | 41st of 77 |
| Median home value | 51st of 77 |
| Median gross rent | 27th of 77 |
| Poverty rate | 28th of 77 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 52nd of 77 |
| Median age | 18th 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 Pawnee 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.