Oklahoma
State in United States
Oklahoma has a land area of 68,577.8 square miles and a water area of 1,302.7 square miles. It is the 19th largest state by area. Oklahoma is bordered by Missouri, Colorado, Arkansas, New Mexico, Kansas, and Texas.
Population and People
Total Population
3,986,639Data from Census BureauAverage Age
37.2 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
645,174Data from Census BureauVeterans
8.0%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$76,377Data from Census BureauPoverty
25.6%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
3,116,013Data from Census BureauUnemployed
3.6%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
1,547,967Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$855Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
58.0%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
42.0%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$168,500Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
534,130Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
1,013,837Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
17.2%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Oklahoma is located in Fort Worth Regional Office. Within Oklahoma there are . Throughout Oklahoma there are 104 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
FIELD OFFICES HUD: OKLAHOMA
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: OKLAHOMA
TANF OFFICE HUD: OKLAHOMA
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: OKLAHOMA
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: OKLAHOMA
RENTAL HELP: OKLAHOMA
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
- PHAs in Oklahoma
- Questions? Email or call our Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center toll-free at (800) 955-2232.
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
Need advice?
- Contact a housing counseling agency
- HUD Resource Locator – search for HUD offices, affordable housing, public housing agencies and homeless resources
HOMEOWNERSHIP: OKLAHOMA
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Education – learn about buying and maintaining your home
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in Oklahoma
Age and Sex
37.2 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Oklahoma
Age and Sex
37.2 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Oklahoma
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Oklahoma
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Oklahoma
Older Population
16.20 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Oklahoma
Older Population
16.20 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Oklahoma
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Oklahoma
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Oklahoma
Veterans
8.00 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Oklahoma
Veterans
8.00 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Oklahoma
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Oklahoma
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Oklahoma
Median Household Income
$55,826 +/- $624
Median Household Income in Oklahoma
Median Household Income
$55,826 +/- $624
Median Household Income in Oklahoma
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Oklahoma
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Oklahoma
Poverty
15.60 +/- 0.4
Poverty in Oklahoma
Poverty
15.60 +/- 0.4
Poverty in Oklahoma
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Oklahoma
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Oklahoma
Educational Attainment
27.90 +/- 0.5
Educational Attainment in Oklahoma
Educational Attainment
27.90 +/- 0.5
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Oklahoma
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Oklahoma
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Oklahoma
Employment rate
56.70% +/- 0.4%
Employment rate in Oklahoma
Employment rate
56.70% +/- 0.4%
Employment rate in Oklahoma
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: OKLAHOMA
HUD Multifamily Housing Updates for the Southwest Region This Mailing list’s purpose will be to provide updates and announcements for the Southwest Region Multifamily stakeholders, owners, management agents, and lenders.
Region VI Environment To provide information updates about environmental review information resources and training opportunities.
Southern Plains Office of Native American Programs (SPONAP) Informative Updates for Tribes/TDHEs The Southern Plains Office of Native American Programs “SPONAP-UPDATE” Listserv will be utilized to keep Tribes and TDHE’s informed of programmatic updates, other federal agency training opportunities and to communicate any necessary information from the SPONAP Office.
Affordable Housing Types
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Last Updated: August 23, 2023