RANK #381 / 996 · POP 52,579 · OK
PROJECTED GROWTH: +1.2%
Washington County, Oklahoma, is distinguished by Bartlesville, its largest city and county seat, which is home to the Price Tower, a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed skyscraper. Located in northeastern Oklahoma, about 47 miles north of Tulsa, the county offers a blend of small-town living with access to larger city amenities. The community has a conservative feel, with many families, young professionals, and retirees choosing to reside there. Outdoor recreation opportunities include Copan Lake for fishing and boating, and Jo Allyn Lowe Park, which features a fishing lake, arboretum, and paths through tallgrass prairie. Life in Washington County offers a quieter pace, with a strong sense of community. The public schools in the county are rated above average. The economy has historically been tied to the energy sector, particularly oil and gas production, with Bartlesville having been a significant hub for the petroleum industry. While specific projects are not detailed, the county continues to see investment in energy-related industries. The area's economic landscape supports a population where most residents own their homes.
Moderate climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 2.1x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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High Banks Wind Project
NextEra Energy
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$604M | Proposed |
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Trillium Wind Project (Proposed)
RES
|
$200M | Proposed |
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Lithium-ion Battery Processing Facility
Blue Whale Materials
|
$50M | Under Construction |
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Residential Developments (Multiple Projects)
Various Homebuilders
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$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Washington County has a Boom Town Index score of 62/100, ranking #381 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at -1.1% and a median household income of $59,426, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Washington County is $151,000 with median rent at $879/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3935, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.4% year-over-year. Job growth: -1.1%. Home values changed +4.4% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.58% of Washington County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.