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Interesting things we are seeing in the data...
Oklahoma once had the highest rate of female incarceration in the United States. Today, its two largest counties tell a story of change. Oklahoma County has seen a 76% drop in female prison sentences since the mid-2010s, reaching record lows in 2024. Tulsa County has cut sentences nearly 50% since 2010, but recent trends suggest progress has slowed.
As Oklahoma County continues to decline and Tulsa’s numbers level off, these trends reflect the shifting landscape of justice reform and its role in breaking cycles of incarceration.
Oklahoma has long struggled with high student poverty rates, but the divide across the state is striking. In southeastern and rural counties, over 79% of students are economically disadvantaged, with Choctaw, Hughes, and Seminole counties among the highest. Meanwhile, northwestern counties, like McClain and Woods, report far lower rates, some below 42%. These gaps reflect broader economic disparities, shaping access to resources and opportunities for students across the state.