Population
Oklahoma has a population of 4,050,000 as of 2026, making it the #28 most populous state in the United States.
Oklahoma Rankings
Where Oklahoma places in every state-level dataset StatsPanda tracks. Each row opens the full ranking.
Oklahoma Population Clock
These statistics show the estimated changes to Oklahoma's population based on birth rates, death rates, and migration patterns from US Census Bureau data.
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| Oklahoma Population (as of 7/14/2026) | 4,050,000 |
| Births per day | 135 |
| Deaths per day | 120 |
| Net migrations per day | 25 |
| Net population change per day | +40 |
| Population change since Jan 1st | — |
Demographics
The racial composition of Oklahoma includes 68.42% White, 7.16% Black or African American, 2.31% Asian, 3.13% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
Population by Race
Why is Hispanic separate? Following U.S. Census methodology, Hispanic or Latino origin is an ethnicity, not a race — people of Hispanic origin may be of any race. “All” shows the racial breakdown; the Hispanic and Non-Hispanic views show ethnicity, so the two groupings overlap rather than adding up to 100%.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,771,064 | 68.42% |
| Two or more races | 456,245 | 11.27% |
| Native American | 304,608 | 7.52% |
| Black or African American | 290,149 | 7.16% |
| Other race | 126,918 | 3.13% |
| Asian | 93,557 | 2.31% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 7,459 | 0.18% |
Oklahoma Marital Status
Population by Age and Gender
Median Age
Geography
Oklahoma has seen steady population growth over the past few decades. According to the 2010 census, the state was home to 3,751,351 people, which marked a modest increase of 8.7% since 2000. The latest estimates show that the population has continued climbing to just over 4 million as of 2019. With a current growth rate of 0.8% annually, Oklahoma ranks 27th nationwide on this metric. While not the fastest growing state, Oklahoma does have a relatively young population compared to the rest of the country. The median age sits at 36.3 years old, making it the state with the 8th youngest residents on average. With one of the more youthful populations and continued population increases expected, Oklahoma will remain an important part of the country's demographic landscape for decades to come.
Economics and Income Statistics
Oklahoma's average per capita income is $33,630. Household income levels show a median of $61,364. The poverty rate stands at 15.23%.
Families: A family includes the owner or renter of the home along with everyone related to them - whether through birth, marriage, or adoption. This includes relatives like spouses, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, and any other family members.
Households: A household includes all the people who occupy a housing unit (such as a house or apartment) as their usual place of residence.
Non Families: A nonfamily household is either someone living alone or when the owner/renter lives with people they aren't related to, like roommates.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $77,160 | $98,765 |
| Families | $77,160 | $101,851 |
| Households | $61,364 | — |
| Non Families | $36,858 | $52,338 |
Income & Poverty
Largest Cities in Oklahoma
The largest city in Oklahoma is Oklahoma City with a population of 681,054.
| Rank | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oklahoma City | 681,054 |
| 2 | Tulsa | 413,066 |
| 3 | Norman | 128,026 |
| 4 | Broken Arrow | 113,540 |
| 5 | Edmond | 94,428 |
| 6 | Lawton | 90,381 |
| 7 | Moore | 62,793 |
| 8 | Midwest City | 57,407 |
| 9 | Enid | 51,308 |
| 10 | Stillwater | 50,299 |
Population by County
Oklahoma's population shows distinct regional patterns, with the most populous counties concentrated in metropolitan areas. The most dramatic growth is occurring in suburban areas, while rural and some urban areas show more mixed trends.
Counties in Oklahoma →Population by County
Population Growth by County
Population Density by County
Research Papers Related to Oklahoma
Sources
Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program.
Detailed demographic and economic data for Oklahoma.
Quick access to state-level statistics and comparisons.
Data Methodology
Population totals are sourced from the latest available US Census Bureau data. Totals for the current year are projected using each state's USCB data and previous year population growth rate. Growth rates are calculated based on births, deaths, and net migration estimates.