List of companies based in Tulsa, Oklahoma facts for kids

Companies based in Tulsa, Oklahoma are important to the city's economy. These companies work in many different areas. Some of the main industries include energy, aerospace, finance, technology, telecommunications, and manufacturing.

Tulsa is known as a good place for businesses and jobs. In 2012, Bloomberg Businessweek said Tulsa had one of the strongest economies among major cities. It was also ranked as a great city to live in. Oklahoma was named one of the best states for business. Tulsa has also seen a lot of growth in "green" jobs, which are jobs related to protecting the environment. This means Tulsa is becoming a leader in clean energy and eco-friendly businesses. The city was also ranked as a good place for young people to find jobs.

Big Companies in Tulsa

This section lists some of the largest and most famous companies that have their main offices in the Tulsa area. These companies often do business all across the United United States or even around the world.

As of 2012, Tulsa was home to some very big companies. These included ONEOK and The Williams Companies, Inc.. These are major energy companies. Another big company was Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, which is a car rental company.

• QuikTrip is a very large private company. It is well-known for its convenience stores and gas stations.

Other Companies in Tulsa

Many other important companies are based in Tulsa. They work in various fields, from food to technology and construction.

• AAON makes heating and air conditioning systems.
• Alert 360 provides home security systems.
• BOK Financial Corporation is a large financial company. It owns several banks, including Bank of Oklahoma.
• Camille's Sidewalk Cafe is a restaurant chain.
• CommunityCare is a health insurance company.
• Coney I-Lander is a local restaurant famous for its hot dogs.
• FlightSafety International (Simulation Systems Division) creates flight simulators for pilot training.
• Flintco is a major construction company.
• Hall Estill is a law firm with offices in many states.
• Helmerich & Payne is a company that drills for oil and natural gas.
• Lowrance Electronics makes electronics for boats and fishing.
• Manhattan Construction Company is a well-known construction company.
• Mazzio's is a popular pizza restaurant chain.
• Magellan Midstream Partners handles and stores oil and gas products.
• Omni Air International is an airline that provides charter flights.
• ONE Gas delivers natural gas to homes and businesses.
• Oneok is a large energy company.
• PennWell Corporation is a media company that publishes magazines and holds events.
• RibCrib is a restaurant chain known for its barbecue.
• Schnake Turnbo Frank is a public relations and marketing firm.
• Scientific Computer Applications works with computer software.
• SemGroup is involved in transporting and storing oil and gas.
• Spartan School of Aeronautics is a famous aviation school.
• Stephens Media Group (broadcasting) owns and operates radio stations.
• Sunstone Property Management manages properties.
• Tenstreet provides software for the trucking industry.
• Williams Companies is a major energy infrastructure company.
• United Video Satellite Group, Inc. was a former company that worked with satellite television.
• Arrowhead Consulting provides business consulting services.
• Prisma Powerwash offers power washing services.