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Tulsa, OK

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Tulsa, OK

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Demographics

Majority WhiteSimpson's Diversity Index: 68
Population412,322
Foreign Born8.2%
Population Density2,089people per mi²
Median Age35.5 yrs
Demographics Trajectory
StableSince 2010, this city has held a relatively stable population and racial composition.
Current Race / Ethnicity Breakdown
Population Trends

Quality of Life

Overall Quality Of Life
B-
Good

Above-average quality of iife. The area offers a reasonable cost of living, decent mobility, and a mix of neighborhood amenities.

Quality of Life blends cost of living, nearby amenities, socioeconomic signals, and neighborhood character. City-level scores represent the whole municipality; individual neighborhoods can differ.

Cost of Living

78/100

22% below national average

A+

The Real Cost of Living in Tulsa, Oklahoma

TierIndividualFamily (4)
Survival $40k$75k
Comfortable $75k$110k
Luxury $106k+$164k+
Elite (Top 5%) $157k+$243k+
Affordability Ratio

53%

The Hood Index™

A metric tracking the socioeconomic signals of the area.

C+
Hood Index scan area
Balanced Mix55%
RisksNeutralGrowth
Premium
40
Positive
0
Poor
33
Negative
40

Groceries

4 within 10 miles

3.2mi

Gas

0 within 10 miles

Hospital

3 within 20 miles

1.4mi

Airport

Oklahoma State University Medical Center Heliport

0.9mi

Post Office

USPS — Tulsa, OK

7.4mi

Critical Amenities

Country Clubs

Nearest private club or country club.

No country clubs found nearby.

Golf4Nearest 5.8 mi
Camping20Nearest 15.3 mi
Marina0Nearest 13.7 mi
Winery0 
Ice Rink2Nearest 5.4 mi
Gun Range7Nearest 1.7 mi

Affluence Level

Overall Affluence Grade
D+
Soft

A below-average socioeconomic profile. Incomes, home values, and educational attainment trail the U.S., with higher poverty and unemployment.

Median HHI
$58k+3.1%
22% below US avg
Est. Avg Net Worth
$438k
33% below US avg
College Educated
33.3%
5% below US avg
WFH
10.1%
29% below US avg
Homeownership
52.0%
20% below US avg
Median Home
$190k
33% below US avg

Crime

Overall Crime Grade
D-
High Risk

Significantly higher crime rates than 77% of comparable U.S. locations.

Crime Rate
42.2
Incidents per 1,000 residents
5yr Trend
−29.6%
Overall crime change since 2020

Violent Crime

5yr−26.8%
Homicide
0.06 / 1k Residents29% above state avg
Robbery
0.86 / 1k Residents171% above state avg
Aggravated Assault
6.12 / 1k Residents97% above state avg

Property Crime

5yr−32.3%
Burglary
6.23 / 1k Residents70% above state avg
Larceny-Theft
23.82 / 1k Residents91% above state avg
Motor Vehicle Theft
3.97 / 1k Residents105% above state avg
Source: FBI Crime Data · 2025

Political Climate

Cook PVI: R+11Leans Conservative

District shown is the primary district for this city’s centroid. Cities may span multiple districts.

Presidential Voting Trends for Tulsa, Oklahoma
Dem Rep
30%40%50%60%70%2000200420082012201620202024

Personal Sovereignty

Personal Sovereignty measures your capacity for self-reliance and independence with minimal government friction. Higher scores mean fewer barriers between you and the way you want to live... but it assumes you have the space you need and good neighbors.

Overall Sovereignty Grade
A-
High Autonomy

Strong independent fundamentals that actively favor personal liberty and low regulation.

State Policy

Tax Burden
B
Fair9.0% of income
Property Rights
C+
FairIJ Grade C+
Firearm Rights
A-
GreatFPC Grade A-
Homeschooling
A+
GreatNo notice required

Energy independence: Net exporter (180% of energy produced in-state)

Personal Liberty

Raw Milk
A-
OpenFarm sales legal
Gambling Laws
D+
RestrictedTribal · Poker · Betting
Marijuana Laws
C+
LimitedMedical only

Homesteading

Growing Season244 days306 frost-free
Annual Rainfall47.9"
Elevation738 ft

Strategic Assessment

Strategic Assessment grades tactical survivability using Joel Skousen's Strategic Relocation framework. Major population centers, blast zones, natural disasters, and border exposure all drive risk — lower exposure means a more defensible position in a crisis.

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Overall Strategic Grade
D+
Vulnerable

Multiple tactical vulnerabilities. Population density, target proximity, or disaster risk are likely compounding. A retreat property and exit planning is required.

Strategic Pillars

City Proximity
F
Poor0.2 mi to nearest major city
Pop. Density
D-
Poor2,089/sq mi
Fallout Danger
C
Weak3 within ~30 mi
Border / Coast
A+
Greatborder 543 mi · coast 447 mi

Key Distances

Nearest Major CityTulsa413k people are 0.2 mi away
Nearest Major AirportNo hub airport within 50 mi
Distance to State Capital98 miOklahoma City, OK
Nearest Prison0.9 mi1 within 25 mi

* Values derived from national, state, county, city and local statistics and may differ in a specific area. Last updated: 2026-04-13T06:21:49.000Z

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