Canton, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Canton, Oklahoma
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| Nickname(s):
Bedrock
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Location of Canton, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Blaine |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.52 sq mi (1.36 km2) |
| • Land | 0.52 sq mi (1.36 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,588 ft (484 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 468 |
| • Density | 894.84/sq mi (345.23/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
73724
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| Area code(s) | 580 |
| FIPS code | 40-11600 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413160 |
Canton is a small town located in Blaine County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It is known for its peaceful atmosphere and connection to the nearby Canton Lake. In 2020, about 468 people called Canton home.
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Canton's Location and Size
Canton is a town that covers a small area of land. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town's total area is about 1.3 square kilometers (0.5 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the town limits itself.
Canton's Population Story
The number of people living in Canton has changed over many years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk since 1910:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 703 | — | |
| 1920 | 582 | −17.2% | |
| 1930 | 797 | 36.9% | |
| 1940 | 775 | −2.8% | |
| 1950 | 959 | 23.7% | |
| 1960 | 887 | −7.5% | |
| 1970 | 844 | −4.8% | |
| 1980 | 854 | 1.2% | |
| 1990 | 632 | −26.0% | |
| 2000 | 618 | −2.2% | |
| 2010 | 625 | 1.1% | |
| 2020 | 468 | −25.1% | |
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Who Lives in Canton?
In the year 2000, there were 618 people living in Canton. These people lived in 268 different homes. Most of the people living in Canton were White, with a number of Native American residents as well. Some residents were from other backgrounds, making Canton a diverse place.
Families and Households
Many homes in Canton were made up of families, including married couples living together. Some homes had children under 18 years old. There were also homes where people lived alone, especially those who were 65 years old or older.
Age Groups in Canton
The population of Canton includes people of all ages. In 2000, about 27% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 19% were 65 years or older. The average age in Canton was about 41 years old. This means there's a mix of young people, adults, and seniors in the community.
See also
In Spanish: Canton (Oklahoma) para niños
