Oklahoma is a state in the Southwest region of the United States, known for the Great Plains, Native American heritage, and oil fields. It has a population of 4,126,900, making it the 28th most populated state in the country. The capital city is Oklahoma City. Oklahoma has a energy-focused economy with growing aerospace sector.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
The racial composition of Oklahoma includes 66.79% White, 7.39% Native American, 7.07% Black or African American, 3.42% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
White (66.79%)
Two or more races (12.79%)
Native American (7.39%)
Black or African American (7.07%)
Other race (3.42%)
Asian (2.34%)
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander (0.19%)
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,668,450 | 66.79% |
| Two or more races | 511,043 | 12.79% |
| Native American | 295,365 | 7.39% |
| Black or African American | 282,536 | 7.07% |
| Other race | 136,607 | 3.42% |
| Asian | 93,550 | 2.34% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 7,706 | 0.19% |
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Oklahoma's average per capita income is $44,967. Household income levels show a median of $63,603. The poverty rate stands at 15.33%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $96,637 | $121,368 |
| Families | $80,611 | $104,357 |
| Households | $63,603 | $87,325 |
| Non Families | $38,142 | $52,474 |
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Oklahoma’s population growth centers around its major metropolitan areas, with Oklahoma County and Tulsa County both growing over 2.5% since 2020. Suburban areas show dramatic growth, with Wagoner County increasing 16% and Canadian County growing 21.6%. However, rural counties, particularly in the panhandle and western regions, face significant population losses, with Dewey County declining 9.5% and Cimarron County down 8%.
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