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Buying Oklahoma Real Estate

If considering a move to Oklahoma, you should take some time to review the following information on demographics, crime statistics, population, schools, and other important facts about Oklahoma real estate.

Oklahoma Population

The state of Oklahoma has experienced a 3.7 per cent population increase over the last few years. For those interested in buying Oklahoma real estate it is important to note that nearly 60 per cent of the state’s population resides in the Tulsa and Oklahoma City metropolitan areas. Other large cities in Oklahoma include Norman, Lawton, Broken Arrow, Edmond, Midwest City, Enid, Moore and Stillwater. The balance of Oklahoma real estate can be found in rural and remote areas of the state.

Oklahoma Economy

Oklahoma has one of the fastest growing economies in the country with an economic foundation in aviation, biotechnology, telecommunications, energy and food processing. Fortune 500 companies headquartered in Oklahoma include ONEOK, Williams, Devon Energy, Chesapeake Energy, OGE Energy and Dollar Thrifty Automotive. Agriculture is also a big part of Oklahoma’s economy with products such as wheat, cattle, dairy products, pork, cotton and poultry. The largest employers are in the areas of government, transportation and utilities. Tourism is also a significant source of revenue for Oklahoma’s economy.

Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation

The wide open spaces of Oklahoma and its many state parks beckon visitors and residents alike to play golf, hike, camp, fish, ride horses, go on a cattle drive or just lie back and look at the stars. For those who like their adventures a little closer to the city some sites and events include the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, the Oklahoma State Fair

Oklahoma’s state slogan calls the state "Native America" for its roots in American history and the Wild West and that’s just what you’ll encounter when buying Oklahoma real estate.