Oklahoma Market Intelligence Report (2026)

Top Businesses to Start in Oklahoma (2026)

We analyzed 92K+ verified business records to help you separate the hype from the hard numbers.

Top 5 Opportunities

#1
FASTEST GROWTH SECTOR

Family Planning Centers

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.70 LQ
#2
HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

All Other Legal Services

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.67 LQ
#3
LOW COMPETITION GAP

Nail Salons

Growth: +92.9% • Saturation: 0.33 LQ
#4
HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Educational Support Services

Growth: +83.3% • Saturation: 0.60 LQ
#5
LOW COMPETITION GAP

Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)

Growth: +77.8% • Saturation: 0.61 LQ

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Oklahoma City

#1 VOL

The state's largest economic engine.

Population

1.4M

Active Biz

49K

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Fastest Growth

Tulsa

1.0M Residents

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Fort Smith

Population

229K

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Lawton

Population

127K

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Enid

Population

62K

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Common Questions

What is the fastest growing business in Oklahoma?+

Currently, the Family Planning Centers sector is leading the state with a +100.0% 5-year growth rate across multiple metro markets.

What does the data say about Oklahoma's economy?+

The state is home to 92K active establishments across 5 major metro areas. The market shows strong growth in emerging sectors with opportunities in high-demand, low-saturation niches.