RANK #275 / 996 · POP 62,456 · OK
PROJECTED GROWTH: +1.7%
Enid, the county seat of Garfield County, Oklahoma, is known as the "Wheat Capital of Oklahoma" due to its significant agricultural output and large grain storage capacity, including one of the world's largest grain elevators. Located in north-central Oklahoma, Garfield County is approximately 85 miles north of Oklahoma City, a commute that takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes by car. The community offers a blend of small-town charm with amenities found in larger cities. The county is characterized by its position within the Red Bed Plains, with several creeks like Black Bear and Skeleton Creek running through it.
Life in Garfield County often appeals to families and young professionals, with a high rate of homeownership and public schools generally performing above the state average. The average commute time for residents is around 17.6 minutes. The economy is primarily driven by agriculture, particularly wheat production and livestock, alongside contributions from the oil and natural gas sectors. Vance Air Force Base also serves as a major employer, bringing a steady influx of personnel to the area.
Well below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 2.9x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Skeleton Creek Solar and Battery Storage Project
NextEra Energy Resources, LLC
|
$450M | Under Construction |
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Thunder Ranch Wind Farm
Enel Green Power North America
|
$435M | Operating |
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King Plains Wind Project
Undisclosed (NextEra Energy operates other projects in the county)
|
$248M | Operating |
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Armadillo Flats Wind Project
Armadillo Flats Wind Project, LLC (Operated by NextEra Energy Resources)
|
$247M | Operating |
|
Garfield Battery/Storage
Undisclosed
|
$200M | Planned |
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Breckinridge Wind Project LLC
NextEra Energy Resources Breckinridge
|
$99M | Operating |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Garfield County has a Boom Town Index score of 72/100, ranking #275 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at -0.3% and a median household income of $64,165, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Garfield County is $142,000 with median rent at $868/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.4519, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.3% year-over-year. Job growth: -0.3%. Home values changed +3.8% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 2.45% of Garfield County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.