Sapulpa, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sapulpa, Oklahoma had a total population of 22,570, the 21st largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $63,817, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Sapulpa Quick Facts
How Sapulpa 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 | 22,268 | 22,570 | +1.4% |
| Median household income | $61,644 | $63,817 | +3.5% |
| Median home value | $158,300 | $171,600 | +8.4% |
How Sapulpa 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+)
Sapulpa 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 |
| Sand Springs | 20,117 | $75,645 | 10.5% | $197,700 |
| 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 Sapulpa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duncan | 22,958 | $58,054 | $131,500 | 20.3% | 20.5% |
| Ponca City | 24,326 | $55,941 | $135,800 | 20.6% | 17.9% |
| Bethany | 20,560 | $56,591 | $171,600 | 24.1% | 20.5% |
| Claremore | 20,166 | $58,685 | $188,700 | 22.2% | 12.1% |
| Mustang | 22,192 | $87,844 | $239,200 | 27.1% | 8.0% |
Population Overview
Sapulpa is a small city located in Oklahoma, within Tulsa County. The total population is 22,570. It ranks as the 21st most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sapulpa is 39.8 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sapulpa is $63,817. This is 2% lower than the state median of $65,039. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.2%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $171,600. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Sapulpa is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sapulpa is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.9%. The Black or African American population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.
Education
20.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 90.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sapulpa, 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 Sapulpa, Oklahoma?
Sapulpa, Oklahoma has a population of 22,570 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sapulpa, OK?
The median household income in Sapulpa is $63,817, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sapulpa, OK?
The poverty rate in Sapulpa is 14.2%. This means approximately 3,146 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sapulpa, Oklahoma?
Sapulpa's population is 69.1% White, 2.7% Black, 6.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sapulpa, OK?
The median home value in Sapulpa is $171,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Sapulpa, Oklahoma?
20.1% of adults (25+) in Sapulpa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.