COST OF DOING BUSINESS

You won’t find a state in the US that beats Oklahoma’s renowned business environment.

#1 State Business Tax Burden Rankings - Lowest Tax Burden (Anderson Economic Group)

#5 States by Fiscal Condition (Mercatus Center)

#5 2017 Kaumann Index: Startup Activity

#5 Best States to Start a Business (Wallethub)

#7 Best States for Business: Business Costs (Forbes)

#7 Lowest Industrial Electricity Rates (Business Facilities Magazine)

#12 2018 America’s Top States for Doing Business (CNBC)

Local Taxes

Utilites

Water & Sewer Infrastructure

The City of Okmulgee operates a municipally owned water and sewer utility system designed to serve the needs of both residents and industry. Our water treatment plant draws from two surface water sources—Okmulgee Lake and Okmulgee Lake #2—ensuring a stable and redundant supply. With treatment capacity exceeding current demand and room for future expansion, the city is positioned to support residential growth and industrial development alike.

The city’s wastewater system includes a modern treatment facility, routinely maintained lift stations, and an ongoing commitment to system upgrades. We recognize that reliable infrastructure is key to community development, and Okmulgee continues to invest in improvements to ensure compliance, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

For businesses and developments located outside city limits, multiple rural water districts provide dependable service throughout Okmulgee County. Our team works closely with rural partners to coordinate infrastructure access, support extensions where feasible, and ensure that water and sewer considerations are aligned with growth.

Whether you’re planning a small residential project or a large-scale industrial expansion, the City of Okmulgee is ready to work with you to meet your infrastructure needs.

Natural Gas

Transportation tariffs can apply to commercial and industrial accounts using more than 900 Dth annually. Customers consuming 30,000 Dth or more per year are required to purchase gas from a third-party supplier. Service costs associated with the Transportation tariffs are determined based on each customer's specific load profile and service requirements and must be evaluated individually to provide accurate estimates.

Projects requiring the installation of new or later pipelines are revenue justified using Oklahoma's Natural line extension tariff 1081. Businesses that are looking to expand, relocate or build in Okmulgee and require natural gas, please complete the Comprehensive Proposal form at Oklahoma Natural Gas - Economic Development at Oklahoma Natural Gas - Economic Development

Electricity

Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO) has been providing reliable, affordable power to Oklahoma customers for more than a century. Their team of more than 1,700 employees is committed to continuing the tradition while also working to provide a bright future for the communities they serve.

PSO is an AEP (American Electric Power) Company, focusing on delivering customer-based solutions through smarter energy infrastructure, new technologies, and customized energy solutions.

Based in Tulsa, PSO has approximately 4,400 megawatts of diverse generating capacity that primarily includes wind and natural gas. It maintains and operates more than 20,000 miles of distribution lines and 3,800 miles of transmission lines and is one of the largest distributors of wind energy in the state. Public Service Company of Oklahoma was recognized by the Edison Electric Institute with an Emergency Response Award in January 2025.

East Central Oklahoma Electric Cooperative (ECOEC)

Proudly serving the region for over 85 years, East Central Oklahoma Electric Cooperative (ECOEC) is a nonprofit, member-owned electric distribution system. ECOEC is financed through the National Rural Utilities Service and Rural Utility Service, helping it provide reliable power to the communities it serves.

The cooperative currently maintains nearly 37,500 meters and operates approximately 6,400 miles of distribution lines across its service area. ECOEC offers a range of services tailored to residential, commercial, and industrial customers, including:

Outdoor lighting options
Security lighting
Surge protection
Electrical safety programs
Right-of-way maintenance
Winter preparedness resources

With a strong commitment to safety, service, and community, ECOEC continues to power the growth of East Central Oklahoma.