Metro areas in Oklahoma: income, rent and home values
Oklahoma has 5 metropolitan areas with annual Census data, led by Oklahoma City, OK with 1.5 million residents. Household incomes are highest in Oklahoma City, OK ($75,433). Renters spend the smallest share of income in Lawton, OK (26.6%) and the largest in Tulsa, OK (29.1%). The fastest-growing metro since 2021 is Oklahoma City, OK (+4.9%).
| Metro area | Population | Median income | Median rent | Home value | Rent / income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City, OK | 1,512,813 | $75,433 | $1,226 | $268,600 | 28.4% |
| Tulsa, OK | 1,069,782 | $72,014 | $1,163 | $260,700 | 29.1% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 234,140 | $62,830 | $937 | $219,700 | 28.3% |
| Lawton, OK | 127,546 | $61,806 | $1,039 | $172,300 | 26.6% |
| Enid, OK | 61,779 | $63,152 | $1,028 | $157,200 | 26.6% |
Includes 1 metro area that cross into neighboring states.
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Oklahoma at a glance
What is the most affordable metro area in Oklahoma for renters?+
Lawton, OK, where renters spend a median 26.6% of household income on rent (2025 Census data).
Which metro area in Oklahoma has the highest income?+
Oklahoma City, OK, with a median household income of $75,433 in 2025.
How many metro areas are in Oklahoma?+
5 metropolitan statistical areas in Oklahoma have annual Census estimates (population 65,000+).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 1-year estimates (released September 2026), with 2024 and 2021 for trends. Figures are survey estimates with margins of error; small differences between metros may not be meaningful. Metro areas use the official Metropolitan Statistical Area boundaries. Compiled and analyzed by Metro Research. Methodology.