Population698,782 (2025 est.)
River Communities Beyond A Single City
Tulsa County, OklahomaTulsa anchors its namesake county, whose communities also include Bixby, Jenks, Sand Springs, Owasso and others. The Arkansas River drains much of the area, while Bird Creek and the Caney River help define a different watershed connection in the north. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 698,782 residents in Tulsa County, Oklahoma, on July 1, 2025. The county has approximately 570 square miles of land, according to the 2020 Census Gazetteer.
Tulsa County at a Glance
Population698,782 (2025 est.)
County SeatTulsa
Largest CityTulsa
Established1907 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP CodesSee postal resources
Total Area, Including Water587 sq mi (total)
Major RoutesSee transportation resources
Area CodesVaries by community
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Tulsa County was formed from areas associated with the Creek and Cherokee nations and took its name from the existing city. Its geography links the Arkansas River with northern tributaries of the Verdigris system. That combination of Indigenous history, waterways and multiple municipalities makes the county broader than the history of Tulsa alone. A river-based account draws attention to connections across city limits. The range of municipalities also explains why local institutions and community identities should be described at more than one geographic scale.
Choose one county community beyond Tulsa for a wider perspective, or use the county park system to explore a shared public space. Keep municipal and county destinations distinct when planning, since their programs and facilities are managed separately. A river-oriented route and a neighborhood park visit can reveal different parts of the county. Choose a specific managed site so directions and available facilities match the intended activity.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
The Arkansas River drains much of the area, while Bird Creek and the Caney River help define a different watershed connection in the north.
Community History
Tulsa County was formed from areas associated with the Creek and Cherokee nations and took its name from the existing city.
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Election Day: What Tulsa County voters need to know before heading to the polls - KTUL
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Start with the organization responsible for the service you need. Follow its official link for current requirements, office locations and availability.
Government
Start with the county’s public information and department directory for local contacts and service information.
Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Berryhill Es South – Elementary; grades PK-06. 3128 South 63rd West Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74107. 918-445-6041.
Bixby North Es – Elementary; grades PK-03. 7101 East 121st Street, Bixby, OK 74008. 918-366-2690.
Arrowhead Es – Elementary; grades PK-05. 915 West Norman Avenue, Broken Arrow, OK 74012. 918-259-4390.
College Bound-Brookside Campus – Elementary; grades PK-08. 1110 E 45th Pl, Tulsa, OK 74105. 918-925-1620.
Collinsville Ec Ctr – Elementary; grades PK-KG. 12936 North 129th East Avenue, Collinsville, OK 74021. 918-371-6870.
Deborah Brown Charter Es – Elementary; grades PK-03. 2 South Elgin Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74120. 918-425-1407.
Dove School Of Discovery Es Tulsa – Elementary; grades PK-08. 4115 S 100th E Ave 2nd Floor, Tulsa, OK 74145. 918-960-3131.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Ascension St John Broken Arrow – Acute Care Hospitals. 1000 West Boise Circle, Broken Arrow, OK 74012. 918-994-8100.
Bailey Medical Center, Llc – Acute Care Hospitals. 10502 North 110Th East Avenue, Owasso, OK 74055. 918-376-8000.
St John Owasso – Acute Care Hospitals. 12451 East 100Th Street North, Owasso, OK 74055. 918-274-5100.
Ascension St John Medical Center – Acute Care Hospitals. 1923 South Utica Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74104. 918-744-2296.
Council Oak Comprehensive Healthcare – Acute Care Hospitals. 10109 E 79Th St, Tulsa, OK 74133. 918-940-7543.
Hillcrest Hospital South – Acute Care Hospitals. 8801 South 101St East Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74133. 918-294-4499.
Hillcrest Medical Center – Acute Care Hospitals. 1120 South Utica Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74104. 918-579-1000.
Public Safety
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Emergency Services
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Parks & Public Lands
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Trails
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Utilities
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Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Central Library – 400 Civic Center, Tulsa, OK 74103. 918-549-7323.
Bixby Library – 20 E Breckenridge, Bixby, OK 74008. 918-549-7514.
Broken Arrow Library – 300 W Broadway, Broken Arrow, OK 74012. 918-549-7500.
Collinsville Library – 1223 Main, Collinsville, OK 74021. 918-549-7528.
Glenpool Library – 730 E 141 Street, Glenpool, OK 74033. 918-549-7535.
Jenks Library – 523 West B Street, Jenks, OK 74037. 918-549-7570.
Owasso Library – 103 W Broadway, Owasso, OK 74055. 918-549-7624.
Courts
Start with the county’s public information and department directory for local contacts and service information.
DMV
Oklahoma — Renew & Replace License & ID
Transportation
Start with the county’s public information and department directory for local contacts and service information.
Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
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Local Questions
Tulsa County Questions, Answered
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698,782 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate). This is a dated Census Bureau estimate, rather than a live resident count.
586.815 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography). The total combines land and water area.
Start with these official Oklahoma resources: Renew & Replace License & ID; Vehicle Registration; Address Update. Choose the page for the service you need, then check its office or online instructions before making a trip. These links cover state services; they do not establish that every transaction is available at a county office.
Use USPS ZIP Code Lookup for the mailing ZIP Code of a specific street address. Use the USPS location finder to search for nearby postal facilities and available services. An address lookup is more useful for mailing than assuming the entire county shares one ZIP Code.
The VA explains how to find and appoint an accredited representative for benefit claims. Contact a representative to confirm availability before appointing them. For education benefits, use the GI Bill application guidance. These are national VA services available to eligible local residents, rather than a listing of county offices.
Search USAJOBS for federal positions and the Apprenticeship Finder for apprenticeship opportunities, using location filters to narrow the results. USAGov job-training guidance points to training programs and state resources. Check each listing for current availability, eligibility and application instructions; a search result does not guarantee an opening in the county.
Tulsa County was formed from areas associated with the Creek and Cherokee nations and took its name from the existing city. Its geography links the Arkansas River with northern tributaries of the Verdigris system. That combination of Indigenous history, waterways and multiple municipalities makes the county broader than the history of Tulsa alone. A river-based account draws attention to connections across city limits. The range of municipalities also explains why local institutions and community identities should be described at more than one geographic scale.
Choose one county community beyond Tulsa for a wider perspective, or use the county park system to explore a shared public space. Keep municipal and county destinations distinct when planning, since their programs and facilities are managed separately. A river-oriented route and a neighborhood park visit can reveal different parts of the county. Choose a specific managed site so directions and available facilities match the intended activity.
The 2020 Census geography figures record 570.217 square miles of land and 16.598 square miles of water in Tulsa County. The county’s total area includes both. These are geographic measurements for that Census vintage, not a measurement of current water levels or public recreation access.
In the Census Bureau’s 2025 estimate series, Tulsa County had an estimated 670,681 residents on July 1, 2020, and 698,782 on July 1, 2025. Over that interval, the estimated population increased by 28,101 residents, or about 4.2%. Both figures come from the same estimate vintage, which revises earlier years for a consistent comparison.
Tulsa is the county seat listed for Tulsa County by the National Association of Counties. For an office visit, confirm the specific department’s address before traveling. NACo county profile.
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