Sand Springs, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sand Springs, Oklahoma had a total population of 20,117, the 26th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $75,645, which is 16% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Sand Springs Quick Facts
How Sand Springs 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 | 19,973 | 20,117 | +0.7% |
| Median household income | $73,400 | $75,645 | +3.1% |
| Median home value | $186,700 | $197,700 | +5.9% |
How Sand Springs 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+)
Sand Springs Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Tulsa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | 413,794 | $59,838 | 18.7% | $205,300 |
| Broken Arrow | 118,180 | $86,765 | 8.8% | $250,400 |
| Owasso | 40,151 | $79,036 | 7.3% | $243,100 |
| Bixby | 30,155 | $104,404 | 5.6% | $334,200 |
| Jenks | 27,102 | $111,004 | 6.9% | $327,100 |
| Sapulpa | 22,570 | $63,817 | 14.2% | $171,600 |
| Glenpool | 14,151 | $79,525 | 11.0% | $201,700 |
| Collinsville | 8,878 | $90,570 | 9.1% | $225,400 |
| Skiatook | 8,632 | $57,480 | 13.4% | $182,600 |
| Mannford | 3,269 | $60,521 | 17.1% | $165,300 |
Cities Similar to Sand Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claremore | 20,166 | $58,685 | $188,700 | 22.2% | 12.1% |
| Bethany | 20,560 | $56,591 | $171,600 | 24.1% | 20.5% |
| Mustang | 22,192 | $87,844 | $239,200 | 27.1% | 8.0% |
| Sapulpa | 22,570 | $63,817 | $171,600 | 20.1% | 14.2% |
| El Reno | 18,557 | $56,219 | $165,900 | 16.3% | 19.3% |
Population Overview
Sand Springs is a small city located in Oklahoma, within Tulsa County. The total population is 20,117. It ranks as the 26th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sand Springs is 37.1 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sand Springs is $75,645. This is 16% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 17% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $197,700. Housing costs are 1% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Sand Springs is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sand Springs is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.7%. The Black or African American population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 6.8%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.
Education
27.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% lower 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 91.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sand Springs, 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 Sand Springs, Oklahoma?
Sand Springs, Oklahoma has a population of 20,117 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sand Springs, OK?
The median household income in Sand Springs is $75,645, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sand Springs, OK?
The poverty rate in Sand Springs is 10.5%. This means approximately 2,108 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sand Springs, Oklahoma?
Sand Springs's population is 75.2% White, 1.9% Black, 6.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sand Springs, OK?
The median home value in Sand Springs is $197,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Sand Springs, Oklahoma?
27.3% of adults (25+) in Sand Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.