RANK #218 / 996 · POP 72,734 · OK
PROJECTED GROWTH: +2.0%
Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, is characterized by its blend of Native American heritage and a growing suburban feel, anchored by its county seat, Shawnee. Located about 40 miles east of Oklahoma City on I-40, the county offers a commute to the larger metropolitan area. The community provides access to outdoor recreation, including Twin Lakes Reservoir for fishing, kayaking, and camping, as well as numerous local parks in Shawnee, such as the Kidspace Park. The landscape features rolling Cross Timbers terrain.
Life in Pottawatomie County often involves a mix of residents, including families and those who commute to nearby Oklahoma City. The county's economy has a history rooted in agriculture and manufacturing. Recent economic developments show a focus on expanding existing businesses and attracting new capital investments across various sectors. The local workforce is supported by educational partners like Oklahoma Baptist University and Gordon Cooper Technology Center, which offers specialized programs such as an FAA-approved Aviation Maintenance Technology program.
Above national median (4.7x)
Well below national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Housing is fairly valued at 5.0x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Pottawatomie Battery/Storage
Undisclosed (part of SPP interconnection queue)
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$150M | Planned |
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Sovereign Pipe Technologies (SPT) Manufacturing Plant
Citizen Potawatomi Nation
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$50M | Operating |
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I-40 Widening and Bridge Reconstruction
Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT)
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$50M | Under Construction |
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Residential Developments (Multiple Communities)
Various Home Builders
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$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Pottawatomie County has a Boom Town Index score of 78/100, ranking #218 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.2% and a median household income of $58,270, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Pottawatomie County is $147,000 with median rent at $848/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3964, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.6% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.2%. Home values changed +4.6% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 4.09% of Pottawatomie County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.