IKEA Opens New Store in Oklahoma: Key Details Unveiled
Tulsa is set to welcome Oklahoma’s first IKEA store, marking a significant development in the local retail landscape. The announcement came via a press release on February 17, confirming plans for a 51,000-square-foot store to be located in the former Belk site within the Tulsa Hills Shopping Center. While a specific opening date remains undisclosed, the store is anticipated to launch in 2026.
IKEA Store Location and Size
The address for the new IKEA store will be:
- 7309 S. Olympia Ave., Tulsa, OK 74132
This new location represents a shift in IKEA’s strategy towards smaller-format stores. Traditional IKEA establishments typically span about 300,000 square feet. The Tulsa store will be part of a broader expansion across the United States, with additional planned locations in cities such as:
- Los Angeles, California
- Chicago, Illinois
- Fort Collins, Colorado
- Huntsville, Alabama
- University Park, Dallas
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Rockwall, Dallas
- Chantilly/Dulles, Virginia
- Houston-Webster, Texas
Company Performance Insights
The announcement aligns with IKEA’s 2025 Annual Summary, revealing impressive sales figures of $5.3 billion. The company reported that over 61 million customers visited its stores during the 2025 fiscal year, despite prevailing economic challenges.
City Leaders’ Statements
Local officials expressed their enthusiasm regarding the new store. Mayor Monroe Nichols remarked, “For years, Tulsans have rallied around the idea of having an IKEA in our city, and I’m proud to say this generation of leaders made it happen.” He acknowledged key contributors, including Chief Economic Development Officer Erran Persley and the Tulsa City Council.
District 2 City Councilor Anthony Archie emphasized the economic benefits of IKEA’s investment in Tulsa Hills, stating, “This represents jobs and economic growth for District 2.”
Community Impact and Future Plans
Regan Gowens, executive director of TYPROS, highlighted the significance of this development as part of ongoing efforts to attract retailers to Tulsa. TYPROS previously initiated campaigns to bring other notable businesses like Trader Joe’s and Uber to the city.
Details regarding hiring and construction timelines remain unannounced. IKEA plans to provide more information as the opening approaches. Additionally, community organizations, including Tulsa Remote and TYPROS, are collaborating on a campaign titled “Tulsa Loves IKEA.”
This story is still evolving, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
