Bartlesville, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bartlesville, Oklahoma had a total population of 37,878, the 12th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $58,869, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bartlesville Quick Facts
How Bartlesville Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 37,559 | 37,878 | +0.8% |
| Median household income | $59,457 | $58,869 | -1.0% |
| Median home value | $154,900 | $167,200 | +7.9% |
How Bartlesville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bartlesville Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Washington County
Cities Similar to Bartlesville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muskogee | 36,758 | $50,213 | $146,100 | 18.7% | 24.1% |
| Owasso | 40,151 | $79,036 | $243,100 | 34.6% | 7.3% |
| Shawnee | 31,671 | $55,815 | $160,100 | 24.6% | 20.8% |
| Enid | 50,653 | $62,125 | $154,900 | 23.1% | 13.7% |
| Stillwater | 49,269 | $43,700 | $237,200 | 49.9% | 27.4% |
Population Overview
Bartlesville is a mid-sized community located in Oklahoma, within Washington County. The total population is 37,878. It ranks as the 12th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bartlesville is 36.8 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bartlesville is $58,869. This is 9% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.2%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $167,200. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Bartlesville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bartlesville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.1%. The Black or African American population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.
Education
33.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 28.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bartlesville, Oklahoma is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Oklahoma state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bartlesville, Oklahoma?
Bartlesville, Oklahoma has a population of 37,878 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bartlesville, OK?
The median household income in Bartlesville is $58,869, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bartlesville, OK?
The poverty rate in Bartlesville is 17.2%. This means approximately 6,320 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bartlesville, Oklahoma?
Bartlesville's population is 71.0% White, 3.3% Black, 7.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bartlesville, OK?
The median home value in Bartlesville is $167,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Bartlesville, Oklahoma?
33.3% of adults (25+) in Bartlesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.