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Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City
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NameOklahoma City
Settlement typeCapital city
Nickname"OKC"
Motto"The Modern Frontier"
Subdivision typeCountry
Subdivision nameUnited States
Subdivision type1State
Subdivision name1Oklahoma
Subdivision type2Counties
Subdivision name2Oklahoma, Canadian, Cleveland, Pottawatomie
Established titleFounded
Established dateApril 22, 1889
Government typeCouncil–manager
Leader titleMayor
Leader nameDavid Holt
Leader title1City Council
Leader name1Oklahoma City Council
Unit prefImperial
Area total sq mi620.34
Area land sq mi607.00
Area water sq mi13.34
Elevation ft1,201
Population total681,054
Population as of2020
Population density sq miauto
Population metro1,425,695
TimezoneCST
Utc offset−6
Timezone DSTCDT
Utc offset DST−5
Postal code typeZIP Code
Postal code73101–73132, 73134–73137, 73139–73160, 73162–73165, 73167, 73169–73170, 73172–73173, 73178–73179, 73184–73185, 73189–73190, 73194–73196, 73198
Area code405
Blank nameFIPS code
Blank info40-55000
Blank1 nameGNIS feature ID
Blank1 info1102140
Websiteokc.gov

Oklahoma City is the capital and largest city of the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Founded during the Land Run of 1889, it serves as the county seat of Oklahoma County and anchors the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. The city is a major hub for government, energy, and aerospace industries, and is known for its western heritage and resilience following the Oklahoma City bombing.

History

The city originated with the Land Run of 1889, which opened Unassigned Lands for settlement, leading to its instant founding on April 22, 1889. It quickly became the capital of the newly formed Oklahoma Territory and later the state of Oklahoma in 1907. Significant events include the 1928 discovery of oil within the Oklahoma City Oil Field, which spurred rapid economic growth. The city was the site of the tragic Oklahoma City bombing in 1995 at the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, a pivotal event in modern American history. Major redevelopment has been guided by the Metropolitan Area Projects (MAPS) initiatives, transforming the downtown area and Bricktown entertainment district.

Geography

Located in the Frontier Country region of central Oklahoma, the city encompasses parts of Oklahoma, Canadian, Cleveland, and Pottawatomie counties. The terrain is characterized by flat plains and prairie, with the North Canadian River (renamed the Oklahoma River) flowing through the city. The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden and Lake Hefner are prominent geographical features. The city has a humid subtropical climate, prone to severe weather including tornadoes, such as those in the 1999 Bridge Creek-Moore outbreak.

Demographics

According to the 2020 United States Census, the city has a population of over 681,000, making it one of the largest cities in the Southern United States. The Oklahoma City metropolitan area includes over 1.4 million residents. Major ethnic groups include Non-Hispanic White, African American, Hispanic or Latino, and Asian populations, with significant communities of Native Americans from tribes like the Cherokee Nation and Chickasaw Nation. The city is home to institutions such as the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.

Economy

The economy is historically driven by the oil and natural gas industry, with major corporations like Devon Energy and Chesapeake Energy headquartered here. It is a leading center for the United States Department of Defense and aeronautics, anchored by Tinker Air Force Base and the Federal Aviation Administration's Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center. Other key sectors include biotechnology, healthcare with INTEGRIS Health and OU Health, and telecommunications via AT&T. The Oklahoma City Stockyards is one of the world's largest livestock markets.

Culture

The city's cultural landscape features the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, and the Oklahoma City Philharmonic. The Oklahoma City Thunder of the National Basketball Association play at the Paycom Center. Annual events include the Oklahoma State Fair and the Festival of the Arts. Distinctive districts include the revitalized Bricktown and the Paseo Arts District. Culinary culture is noted for its Oklahoma-style barbecue and steakhouses.

Government

The city operates under a Council–manager government system. The mayor, currently David Holt, and the eight-member Oklahoma City Council set policy, while a city manager oversees daily operations. It houses the state's government in the Oklahoma State Capitol and numerous federal agencies. The city is within Oklahoma's 5th congressional district, represented in the U.S. House by Stephanie Bice. Key local initiatives are often funded through the Metropolitan Area Projects (MAPS) sales tax programs.

Category:Oklahoma City Category:Capitals of U.S. states Category:Oklahoma counties