Tulsa Population 2026
Tulsa has a population of 413,066, making it the #47 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Oklahoma. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
413,066
Rank in United States
#47
Coordinates
36.15°N, 95.99°W
~220 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,696 km
1,053 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Oklahoma
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | 681,054 | #22 |
| Norman | 128,026 | #227 |
| Broken Arrow | 106,563 | #298 |
| Lawton | 96,655 | #340 |
| Edmond | 90,092 | #378 |
| Moore | 60,451 | #675 |
| Midwest City | 57,249 | #730 |
| Enid | 51,776 | #836 |
Cities near Tulsa
FAQ
What is the population of Tulsa?
Tulsa has a population of 413,066 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #47 biggest city in United States.
What state is Tulsa in?
Tulsa is located in Oklahoma, United States.
Is Tulsa the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,696 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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