Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Oklahoma County, OK

The map below shows majority race by area in Oklahoma County, as self-identified on the US census. Darker shades indicate a larger racial majority in that neighborhood. This page also contains data and maps on Oklahoma County racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

Oklahoma County, OK map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Oklahoma County overall is white, making up 57.1% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 15.1%. There are more white people in the northeast areas of the county. People who identify as hispanic are most likely to be living in the south places. The data below shows how many people identify themselves as each of the following races, which most Americans base on their family's national origin:

Race in Oklahoma County
Race
Oklahoma County, OK Population
White
57.1%
Hispanic
15.1%
Black
14.6%
Asian
3.3%
Native American
2.4%
Other
7.5%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Oklahoma County, OK Population
White
57.1%
Hispanic
15.1%
Black
14.6%
Asian
3.3%
Native American
2.4%
Other
7.5%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Oklahoma County, OK

The map below shows diversity in Oklahoma County. Areas in green are more diverse, while areas in red are much less diverse. Diversity, in this case, means a mixture of people with different race and ethnicity living close to one another. For example, all-black and all-white areas in the county would both be considered lacking diversity.

Oklahoma County, OK map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Oklahoma County Diversity Score

97

With a diversity score of 97 out of 100, Oklahoma County is much more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within Oklahoma County's proper boundaries is to the west of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the northeast parts of Oklahoma County.

Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.

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