Sapulpa city, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Sapulpa city, Oklahoma Demographics
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As of 2026, Sapulpa city, Oklahoma has a total population of 22,268, the 21st largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $61,644, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.3%.

Sapulpa city Quick Facts

Population 22,268

Median Household Income $61,644

Median Home Value $158,300

Poverty Rate 14.3%

Unemployment Rate 3.4%

Median Age 40.0 years

Homeownership Rate 66.9%

Affordability Ratio 2.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.7%

High School Graduation Rate 90.8%

Diversity Index 46/100

Population 22,268 21st of 834

Median Income $61,644 top 30%

Poverty Rate 14.3% 15% higher national

Median Home Value $158,300 top 30%

How Sapulpa city Compares

Median Household Income

Sapulpa city

$61,644

$63,603

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Sapulpa city

$158,300

$185,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.5%

$25K-$50K 21.4%

$50K-$100K 32.5%

$100K+ 27.7%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

59.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.9%

Renter 33.1%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.9%

18-34

21.4%

35-54

23.1%

55-74

25.0%

75+

7.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Sapulpa city Rankings in Oklahoma

#21 Population of 834

#209 Median Income of 834

#250 Education of 834

#163 Home Value of 834

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Cities Similar to Sapulpa city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Duncan city	22,872	$57,020	$125,800	19.5%	20.4%
Bethany city	20,606	$55,063	$161,500	22.2%	18.9%
Ponca City city	24,377	$55,270	$127,500	20.0%	16.7%
Del City city	21,561	$48,895	$112,800	15.8%	20.7%
Claremore city	19,921	$57,120	$172,500	22.4%	12.8%

Population Overview

Sapulpa city is a small city located in Oklahoma. The total population is 22,268. It ranks as the 21st most populous out of 834 cities and towns in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sapulpa city is 40.0 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 36.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sapulpa city is $61,644. This is 3% lower than the state median of $63,603. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.3%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $158,300. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $185,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Sapulpa city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Sapulpa city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.2%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 2.3%.

Education

19.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sapulpa city, Oklahoma is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Sapulpa city, Oklahoma?

Sapulpa city, Oklahoma has a population of 22,268 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sapulpa city, OK?

The median household income in Sapulpa city is $61,644, which is 22% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Sapulpa city, OK?

The poverty rate in Sapulpa city is 14.3%. This means approximately 3,137 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sapulpa city, Oklahoma?

Sapulpa city's population is 69.2% White, 3.5% Black, 7.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sapulpa city, OK?

The median home value in Sapulpa city is $158,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Sapulpa city, Oklahoma?

19.7% of adults (25+) in Sapulpa city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.