Introduction: Oklahoma Download PDF
Oklahoma boasts one of the fastest growing economies in the United States. Much of this success can be attributed to mining, technology, and manufacturing, though many other sectors are also experiencing substantial growth. Machinery and transportation equipment are the top exports, with Canada, Mexico and Japan constituting the largest export markets. The Sooner State has historically held a strong agricultural sector, and is currently a leading producer of wheat. Other top agricultural outputs include cattle, hogs, and hay. The state also used to possess a substantial energy industry, which was hard-hit by lower oil prices and depression in the mid-eighties. While the industry as a whole never fully recovered, Oklahoma is now ranked second in the nation in production of natural gas.
Government
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State Seal: |
State Quarter: |
Time Zones:
| Standard Time | GMT-6 | |
| Daylight-Saving Time | GMT-5 | |
Statistics
- Per Capita Real GDP :
- $29,470
- Population:
- 3,642,360
- Percent of People Under Poverty Level:
- 16.5%
- Per Capita Personal Income:
- $32,210
- Percent of Population with a Bachelor's Degree:
- 15%
- Total Exports:
- $4,538,100,000
Top 5 Export Partner Countries
Canada
Mexico
Japan
Saudi Arabia
Singapore
Top 5 Export Merchandise
Fabricated Metals Sales
Machinery Sales
Primary Metals Manufacturing
Machinery Manufacturing
Electrical Equipment Manufacturing
Major Cities
Norman, Oklahoma, Tulsa
Major Airports
| Airport Name | City | |
| TUL | Tulsa International | Tulsa |
| OKC | Will Rogers World | Oklahoma City |
Main Ports:
Tulsa, Port of Catoosa
Corporations
| Company | Fortune 1000 Rank: | Revenues ($millions) | Headquarter City |
| ONEOK | 208 | 11,907 | Tulsa |
| Williams | 211 | 11,813 | Tulsa |
| Devon Energy | 239 | 10,696 | Oklahoma City |
| Chesapeake Energy | 325 | 7,326 | Oklahoma City |
| OGE Energy | 523 | 4,015 | Oklahoma City |