Tulsa, OK — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Tulsa County · Oklahoma
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Tulsa based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Why Tulsa, OK Is One of the Best Places to Live in America
Tulsa, OK ranks 28th overall among all US cities with a livability score of 42.9/100, placing it among the best places to live in America. The median household income of $58,407 provides residents with strong economic opportunity. With a violent crime rate of just 9.4 per 1,000 residents, Tulsa is significantly safer than most American cities. An impressive 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting strong educational attainment. See full ranking
Quick Stats
Population
412,322
2023 ACS
Median Income
$58,407
2023
Median Home Value
$189,600
2023
Median Rent
$998
2023
Median Age
35.5
Unemployment
6.1%
Avg Temperature
61°F
Cost of Living Index
95.7
100 = national avg
Tulsa is a city in Tulsa County, Oklahoma, with a population of 412,322 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Tulsa is one of the communities in Oklahoma.
The median household income in Tulsa is $58,407, and the median home value is $189,600. The cost of living index is 95.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $998 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.1%, and the median age is 35.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
412,322
Male
201,524
48.9%
Female
210,798
51.1%
Median Age
35.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
21.9%
High School or Higher
38.4%
Foreign Born
11.9%
Veterans
4.5%
Married
35.1%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.589
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
57.0%
Foreign Born
11.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
19.2%
79,290 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
80.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
384,610
English Only
79.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
60,042 speakers
Limited English
8.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
91.5%
Limited English Proficiency
8.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
18,715
4.5% of population
Disability Rate
29.9%
5,593 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$48,932
Unemployment Rate
5.4%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
16,779
89.7%
Female Veterans
1,936
10.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$48,932
Non-Veteran Income
$35,218
Difference
$13,714
38.9% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
5,593
Without Disability
13,122
Disability Rate
29.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
211,188
#1 Ancestry
English
10.6% (43,543)
#2 Ancestry
German
10.4% (42,932)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
8.5% (35,191)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
171,382
Family Households
96,074
56.1%
Married Couples
63,542
37.1%
Non-Family Households
75,308
43.9%
Single Mother Households
22,980
13.4%
Single Father Households
9,552
5.6%
Living Alone
61,450
35.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
88,754
In Married Couple
53,958
60.8%
With Single Mother
27,228
30.7%
With Single Father
7,568
8.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$75,930
Married Couple Income
$99,541
Single Mother Income
$38,081
Single Father Income
$57,265
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
7,596
Grandparents Responsible
3,505
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$58,407
-20% vs national
Per Capita Income
$37,533
+1% vs national
Poverty Rate
18.6%
+37% vs national
Gini Index
0.5116
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.1%
+17% vs national
SNAP Recipients
15.6%
of households
How Tulsa Compares
Tulsa vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Tulsa is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Tulsa, OK has a median household income of $58,407, making it the 17,281st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Tulsa has a higher median household income than 39% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Tulsa, OK has a per capita income of $37,533, making it the 10,213th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Tulsa has a higher per capita income than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Tulsa, OK has a poverty rate of 18.6%, making it the 8,087th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Tulsa has a higher poverty rate than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Tulsa, OK has a unemployment rate of 6.1%, making it the 9,021st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Tulsa has a higher unemployment rate than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Tulsa. The median household income here is $58,407.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.1%
+21% vs OK avg
Labor Force
209,604
Employed
196,427
Mean Commute
17 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
21.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
38.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.5
Work from Home
10.1%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Tulsa, OK metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$87.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
95.7
100 = national avg
-4.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,124
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,566
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$987
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,217
per month
The median household income in Tulsa, OK is $58,407, which is 20.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $37,533. The poverty rate of 18.6% is higher than the OK state average of 18.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5116, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.1%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. The labor force is 209,604. 21.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 17 minutes, with 10.1% working from home. About 75.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 95.7, which is 4.3% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 104.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,124 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$240,000
Median List Price
$245,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$146
Days on Market
41
Active Inventory
1,043
Months of Supply
4.0
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$210,935
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,221
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
18.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
31.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.9%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
261
New Listings
376
Pending Sales
337
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$146
Median List $/SF
$156
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Tulsa, OK? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Tulsa, OK metro area, home prices have risen 265.8% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 116.5%. The 10-year growth rate is 86.7%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 52.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 9.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Tulsa, OK housing market rather than Tulsa alone.
Metro area: Tulsa, OK
Tulsa vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Tulsa is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Tulsa, OK has a median home value of $189,600, making it the 13,044th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Tulsa has a higher median home value than 53% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Tulsa, OK has a median rent of $998, making it the 10,084th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Tulsa has a higher median rent than 55% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Tulsa, OK has a price per square foot of $146, making it the 12,975th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Tulsa has a higher price per square foot than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Tulsa, OK has a rent burden of 20.5%, making it the 8,110th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Tulsa has a higher rent burden than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$189,600
Median Rent
$998
Total Housing Units
192,350
Vacancy Rate
10.9%
Owner Occupied
52.0%
Renter Occupied
48.0%
Median Property Tax
$1,981
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,073
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,981
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
of home value
Median Home Value
$189,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,774
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,981) by the median home value ($189,600). In Tulsa, OK, this works out to an effective rate of 1.04%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Tulsa, OK is $240,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 41 days on the market. 18.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $146. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,221/month. About 52.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1972. There are 192,350 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,981. The effective tax rate is 1.04%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
9.43
per 1,000 residents
+263% vs national
Property Crime Rate
36.28
per 1,000 residents
+111% vs national
Total Crimes
18,798
2024
Violent Clearance
39%
cases solved
Property Clearance
22%
cases solved
YoY Change
+3.3%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Tulsa Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Tulsa vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Tulsa is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Tulsa police solve 103% of murder cases but only 14% of burglary cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 39 | 0.09 | 102.6% |
| Rape | Violent | 435 | 1.06 | 27.4% |
| Robbery | Violent | 406 | 0.99 | 42.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 2,994 | 7.28 | 39.3% |
| Burglary | Property | 3,073 | 7.47 | 14.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 9,862 | 23.98 | 25.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 1,985 | 4.83 | 18.2% |
Tulsa, OK reported 3,878 violent crimes and 14,920 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 9.43 per 1,000 residents is 262.7% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 39% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 9,862 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 37.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3,878 | 14,920 | 9.43 | 36.28 |
| 2023 | 3,752 | 16,187 | 9.13 | 39.39 |
| 2022 | 3,861 | 17,686 | 9.41 | 43.12 |
| 2021 | 4,519 | 20,206 | 11.18 | 49.98 |
| 2020 | 4,561 | 20,557 | 11.34 | 51.12 |
| 2019 | 3,965 | 21,336 | 9.87 | 53.11 |
| 2018 | 4,295 | 21,893 | 10.65 | 54.31 |
| 2017 | 4,219 | 22,088 | 10.42 | 54.56 |
| 2016 | 4,444 | 23,956 | 10.95 | 59.04 |
| 2015 | 3,628 | 20,892 | 9.04 | 52.03 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
73.3
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
76.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
28.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
43.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
40
Public Assistance
$56.8M
Individual Assistance
$10.5M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 46 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
3,812
Total Claims Paid
$71,165,617
Avg Claim Payout
$18,669
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
10
Federal Funding
$1,284,487
Properties Protected
8
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.61
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 6 | $84,000 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $1,148,821 |
| 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 1 | $36,666 |
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 1 | $0 |
| FMA Plan | 1 | $15,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Tulsa has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are ice storm, heat wave, hail. The area has had 40 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (11 declarations). 3,812 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $56,818,932 in public assistance recovery funding. $10,472,253 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 10 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
37.5%
1.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.3%
3.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.8%
0.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.4%
3.8pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.2%
Arthritis
25.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.3%
Loneliness
36.1%
Lack of Support
27.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
40.5%
Mobility
17.6%
Cognitive
18.6%
Hearing
8.6%
Vision
7.2%
Self-Care
5.0%
Independent Living
10.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Tulsa has an obesity rate of 37.5%, which is 1.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.3%, 3.8pp above the national average. About 14.4% of adults lack health insurance. 76.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.9 mi
Parkside, Inc
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside, Inc | 0.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Hillcrest Medical Center | 2.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Ascension St John Medical Center | 2.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Tulsa Center For Behavioral Health | 3.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Oklahoma State University Medical Center | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
61°F
Sunny Days
222
per year
Annual Rainfall
40.0"
UV Index
5.2
annual avg
Annual Snowfall
3.2"
Weather Time Machine
Experience a year of weather in Tulsa. Click a month or press play.
39°F
30° / 47°
Jan
High
47°F
Low
30°F
Wind
8 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
110°F
Record Low
-9°F
Avg High
70°F
Avg Low
53°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47°F | 30°F | 1.54" | 0.7" | 67% | 7.9 mph |
| Feb | 52°F | 34°F | 1.77" | 0.9" | 66% | 8.2 mph |
| Mar | 61°F | 43°F | 3.41" | 0.5" | 65% | 8.9 mph |
| Apr | 70°F | 52°F | 4.86" | — | 65% | 9.3 mph |
| May | 78°F | 61°F | 5.75" | — | 70% | 8.3 mph |
| Jun | 87°F | 71°F | 4.50" | — | 68% | 7.5 mph |
| Jul | 92°F | 75°F | 3.25" | — | 63% | 6.5 mph |
| Aug | 91°F | 74°F | 2.79" | — | 62% | 6.2 mph |
| Sep | 83°F | 66°F | 4.08" | — | 65% | 6.8 mph |
| Oct | 72°F | 55°F | 3.61" | — | 65% | 8.0 mph |
| Nov | 59°F | 43°F | 2.45" | 0.2" | 67% | 8.4 mph |
| Dec | 49°F | 34°F | 1.99" | 0.8" | 70% | 7.9 mph |
Tulsa has an average annual temperature of 61°F. The area enjoys approximately 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 40.0 inches. Snowfall averages 3.2 inches per year.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Pop. Served
416,005
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| TULSA | 413,000 | 0 |
| WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT #3 | 2,475 | 0 |
| CARRIAGE VILLAGE | 500 | 1 |
| COUNTRY HAVEN MHP | 30 | 1 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
54
Total CO₂e
9.6M MT
Top Emitter
Williams G&B Facility Appalachian Basin (Eastern Overthrust Area) 160A
2.1M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (250,000 - 500,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Williams G&B Facility Appalachian Basin (Eastern Overthrust Area) 160A The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 2,138,544 |
HF SINCLAIR TULSA REFINING LLC - EAST Hf Sinclair Corp | Refineries | 765,206 |
ONEOK Field Services Company, L.L.C. 360 Anadarko Basin GB Oneok Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 683,806 |
Vital Energy Production Laredo Petroleum Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 666,952 |
Central Plains Cement Company Eagle Materials Inc | Minerals | 494,937 |
HF SINCLAIR TULSA REFINING LLC - WEST Hf Sinclair Corp | Refineries | 476,936 |
Williams G&B Facility Piceance Basin 595 The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 376,686 |
ONEOK Rockies Midstream, L.L.C. 395 Williston Basin GB Oneok Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 339,386 |
Williams G&B Facility Gulf Coast Basin 220 The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 280,161 |
Williams - G&B Facility - Denver Basin 540 (Tulsa, OK) The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 277,019 |
Citizen Energy III, LLC Citizen Energy Iii Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 257,359 |
Covanta WBH Covanta Holding Corp | Waste | 233,907 |
Williams G&B Facility Strawn Basin 415 The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 227,308 |
Williams G&B Facility Green River Basin 535 The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 210,259 |
ONEOK Rockies Midstream, L.L.C. 515 Powder River Basin GB Oneok Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 153,188 |
Tulsa American Electric Power Co Inc | Power Plants | 152,795 |
ONEOK Field Services Company, L.L.C. 350 South Oklahoma Folded Belt GB Oneok Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 140,441 |
Unit Petroleum 783 Anadarko Basin Unit Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 128,333 |
Williams G&B Facility Anadarko Basin 360 The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 121,559 |
Vital Energy Midstream B&G Laredo Petroleum Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 113,957 |
Williams G&B Facility Arkla Basin 230 The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 95,744 |
Kaiser-Francis Oil Company 430 Permian Basin Gbk Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 94,318 |
CHISHOLM OIL & GAS OPERATING Chisholm Energy Holdings Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 93,132 |
Williams G&B Facility Permian Basin 430 The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 80,328 |
Kaiser-Francis Oil Company 360 Anadarko Basin Gbk Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 64,671 |
WASTE MGMT OF OK Waste Management Inc | Waste | 56,251 |
Whiptail Midstream 580 San Juan Basin GB Whiptail Midstream Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 56,198 |
Williams G&B Facility Central Western Overthrust 507 The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 53,726 |
Superior Pipeline Company, LLC - Basin 355 - Chautauqua Platform - GB Unit Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 51,654 |
Superior Pipeline Kansas 375 Sedgwick Basin GB Oneok Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 50,515 |
Calyx Energy III 355 Chautauqua Platform Calyx Energy Iii | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 46,289 |
Compass Production Partners, LP - Arkla Basin #230 Compass Production Partners Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 45,521 |
Superior Pipeline Texas, LLC - Basin 360 - Anadarko Basin - GB Unit Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 45,450 |
Sanguine Gas Exploration, LLC 360 Anadarko Basin Production Sanguine Gas Exploration Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 43,258 |
Williams G&B Facility East Texas Basin 260 Williams Partners Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 40,645 |
Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company - Pipeline The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 39,467 |
Sage Natural Resources 420 Fort Worth Syncline Sage Natural Resources Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 37,551 |
Nadel and Gussman Ruston Arkla Basin No. 230 Nadel & Gussman Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 36,231 |
Sage Natural Resources 415 Strawn Basin Sage Natural Resources Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 36,161 |
AMERICAN AIRLINES American Airlines Group Inc | Other | 34,262 |
Compass Production Partners, LP - Arkla Basin #230 Gathering & Boosting Compass Production Partners Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 33,884 |
Kaiser-Francis Oil Company 430 Permian Basin Gathering and Boosting | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 33,494 |
ETX Basin 220 Production Etx Energy Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 33,486 |
Blue Mountain Midstream - G&B - Basin 360 Citizen Energy Iii Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 29,552 |
Williams G&B Facility Appalachian Basin 160 The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 28,441 |
Compass Production Partners, LP - Permian Basin #430 Compass Production Partners Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 25,783 |
ETX Basin 260 Production Etx Energy Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 23,899 |
Vicinity Energy Tulsa, Inc. Vicinity Energy Inc | Power Plants | 23,823 |
Blue Dome Operating Arkla Nadel & Gussman Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 18,764 |
Saint Francis Hospital Saint Francis Health System Inc | Other | 16,105 |
Sanguine Gas Exploration, LLC 345 Arkoma Basin Production Sanguine Gas Exploration Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 11,020 |
Northwest Pipeline GP - Pipeline The Williams Cos Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 11,008 |
ONEOK Gas Transportation, L.L.C. Oneok Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 7,052 |
CALYX ENERGY III - 345 ARKOMA BASIN Calyx Energy Iii | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 4,181 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 4 water systems serving the area. 2 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 54 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 9.6M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
17 min
-28% vs national
Drive Alone
75.4%
-4% vs national
Public Transit
0.5%
-40% vs national
Work From Home
10.1%
+9% vs national
Carpool
10.2%
Walk / Bike
2.0%
combined
How Tulsa's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
78
2023
6-Year Avg
62
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
17
Cyclist
4
Nighttime
40
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 71 | 78 | 0 | 17 | 4 |
| 2022 | 65 | 66 | 0 | 20 | 2 |
| 2021 | 71 | 81 | 0 | 23 | 2 |
| 2020 | 56 | 59 | 15 | 16 | 2 |
| 2019 | 36 | 38 | 8 | 16 | 0 |
| 2018 | 48 | 51 | 12 | 11 | 5 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Tulsa, OK is 17 minutes, which is 28.2% below the national average of 23 minutes. 75.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 10.1% work from home, which is above the OK state average of 5.7%. 10.2% of workers carpool. 1.7% walk to work. In 2023, there were 78 traffic fatalities from 71 fatal crashes. 17 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
88.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
72.0%
of households
No Internet
8.5%
of households
Total Households
171,382
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.8%
of households
Smartphone
90.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
73.4%
of households
Tablet
57.5%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
12.2¢
per kWh
-32% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.9¢
per kWh
-40% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Industrial Rate
5.8¢
per kWh
-49% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$132
residential
-5% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
28% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Oklahoma averages 12.2¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $132. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Tulsa vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (250,000 - 500,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Population Served
416,005
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TULSA | Community | Surface water | 413,000 | 0 |
| WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT #3 | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,475 | 0 |
| CARRIAGE VILLAGE | Community | Purchased surface water | 500 | 1 |
| COUNTRY HAVEN MHP | Community | Ground water | 30 | 1 |
88.6% of households in Tulsa have broadband internet access. 72.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 8.5% of households have no internet access. 14.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 4 water systems, providing water to 416,005 people. A total of 2 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Tulsa is located in Tulsa County, OK. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Tulsa.
Election Overview
Source: Tulsa County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
106,105
41.3%
GOP Votes
145,241
56.5%
Total Votes
256,939
Margin
R+15.2%
Shift from 2020
D+0.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 106,105 | 145,241 | 256,939 | 41.3% | 56.5% | R+15.2 |
| 2020 | 108,996 | 150,574 | 266,678 | 40.9% | 56.5% | R+15.6 |
| 2016 | 87,663 | 143,985 | 246,557 | 35.5% | 58.4% | R+22.9 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Tulsa County recorded 256,939 total votes. Republicans won the county with 56.5% of the vote compared to 41.3% for Democrats, a margin of R+15.2%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+0.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Tulsa County has shifted 7.6 percentage points toward Democrats.
Official City Website
Source: cityoftulsa.orgPublic Records Request
Source: tulsaok.justfoia.comSubmit a public records request to Tulsa — Uses JustFOIA portal.
Source: tulsaok.justfoia.com
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2,985
Total Assets
$25.6B
Total Income
$9.8B
Per 10K Residents
72.4
nonprofits
+19.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
476
Median Assets
$454K
Oldest Active
1915
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $16.5B of $25.6B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Largest Nonprofits in Tulsa
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTulsa, OK has 2,985 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $25.6B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 556 organizations. 476 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 72.4 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1915.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
3,612
Total Approved
$1.4B
Jobs Supported
36,215
Per 10K Residents
87.6
SBA loans
+7.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
228
Top Lender
Arvest Bank
278 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
3,214
Total Amount
$1.1B
Avg Loan
$352,951
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$848.9M(75%)
Jobs Supported
29,389
Loans
398
Total Amount
$222.6M
Avg Loan
$559,201
Median Loan
$374,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
455
13% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$339.6M
25% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$746,447
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bonavista Technologies Inc. | 16 | $13.3M |
| P & P Carwash Llc | 2 | $5.1M |
| Francis Energy Charging Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Metro Mechanical Llc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Fabwell Acquisition Lp | 2 | $5.0M |
| Cinema Operating Company Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Oklahoma Healthcare Services Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| 1125 S. Peoria Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Paul Transportation Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Pacific Shore Stones | 1 | $5.0M |
Tulsa, OK has received 3,612 SBA loans totaling $1.4B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 3,214 loans (89% of the total), supporting 29,389 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 398 loans totaling $222.6M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Tulsa is Arvest Bank with 278 loans. That works out to 87.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
27
Total Population
356,482
Avg Median Income
-$49,328,827
Avg Home Value
-$73,914,137
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74050 | 420 | $49,688 | $51,000 | $735 | 0.4 |
| 74103 | 2,419 | $92,083 | N/A | $1,395 | 0.7 |
| 74104 | 12,434 | $51,886 | $224,500 | $1,109 | 2.7 |
| 74105 | 27,249 | $69,864 | $318,500 | $989 | 7.3 |
| 74106 | 15,974 | $37,714 | $98,900 | $816 | 7.6 |
| 74107 | 19,086 | $53,098 | $124,100 | $938 | 25.4 |
| 74110 | 15,185 | $40,116 | $67,700 | $909 | 5.9 |
| 74112 | 21,416 | $55,848 | $149,800 | $1,024 | 6.8 |
| 74114 | 16,756 | $95,592 | $270,900 | $1,296 | 4.8 |
| 74115 | 23,657 | $43,111 | $74,900 | $987 | 16.0 |
| 74116 | 3,503 | $56,296 | $137,500 | $783 | 18.0 |
| 74117 | 21 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 11.5 |
| 74119 | 3,541 | $56,520 | $207,500 | $1,161 | 0.8 |
| 74120 | 5,065 | $66,280 | $415,300 | $1,071 | 2.1 |
| 74126 | 10,144 | $39,390 | $61,000 | $1,043 | 24.1 |
| 74127 | 15,990 | $47,287 | $120,600 | $955 | 21.3 |
| 74128 | 13,586 | $49,654 | $109,100 | $1,031 | 3.6 |
| 74129 | 18,764 | $49,645 | $141,900 | $929 | 4.0 |
| 74130 | 2,217 | $45,833 | $82,800 | $1,103 | 4.1 |
| 74131 | 2,317 | $64,653 | $188,500 | $1,048 | 9.6 |
| 74132 | 10,629 | $75,199 | $271,400 | $1,134 | 12.6 |
| 74135 | 19,737 | $60,942 | $230,700 | $900 | 6.2 |
| 74136 | 31,682 | $51,314 | $292,200 | $926 | 7.7 |
| 74137 | 28,398 | $103,963 | $384,500 | $1,133 | 10.4 |
| 74145 | 17,955 | $55,118 | $160,700 | $1,039 | 5.9 |
| 74146 | 16,133 | $43,905 | $134,300 | $831 | 5.1 |
| 74171 | 2,204 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
Tulsa, OK has 27 ZIP codes with a combined population of 356,482. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$49,328,827. The average median home value is -$73,914,137. The average median monthly rent is -$49,381,780.
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