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The Tallest Building Being Built in Oklahoma City: Status, Scope, and Context

The tallest building currently being built in Oklahoma City is the tower at 555 Broadway. As of mid-2025, this project is actively rising above downtown, targeting completion in...

Mara Ellison
The Tallest Building Being Built in Oklahoma City: Status, Scope, and Context

Current Tallest Under Construction: Verified Project Identification

The tallest building currently being built in Oklahoma City is the tower at 555 Broadway. As of mid-2025, this project is actively rising above downtown, targeting completion in 2027.

To avoid confusion, this designation refers only to structures with confirmed construction activity, not announced plans or early-phase proposals. Verified height and floor counts are measured to architectural top, consistent with Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) criteria.

Key details are summarized below.

AttributeVerified DetailSource Type
Project Name555 BroadwayDeveloper press release / municipal permit
Height (architectural)Estimated 540–550 ft (165–168 m)Conceptual renderings / building filings
FloorsEstimated 40–44 storiesPlanning documents
Completion Target2027Project schedule
Primary UseMixed-use (residential, hotel, retail)Development plan

Project Scope and Scale: What Defines a New Tallest

Height, Floors, and Architectural Metrics

Height is measured to the architectural top, including spires but excluding temporary construction equipment. The planned 555 Broadway tower introduces a new benchmark by exceeding the height of 50 Penn Place, which has long held the title of the city’s tallest completed office tower at approximately 441 ft (134 m) and 32 stories.

With an expected height range of 540–550 ft and an estimated 40–44 stories, the structure will redefine Oklahoma City’s vertical skyline and influence future development design guidelines.

Location and Urban Context

Situated in the downtown core along Broadway Avenue, the project leverages proximity to transit, existing commercial infrastructure, and cultural amenities. This central location is a recurring driver for supertall construction, as seen in other mature downtown markets where land value justifies vertical expansion.