Cookson, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Cookson, Oklahoma
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 Cookson, Oklahoma
Location in Oklahoma
Cookson, Oklahoma
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Cherokee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 15.35 sq mi (39.74 km2) |
| • Land | 12.87 sq mi (33.34 km2) |
| • Water | 2.47 sq mi (6.41 km2) |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 826 |
| • Density | 64.17/sq mi (24.78/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
74427
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| Area code(s) | (918) |
| FIPS code | 40-16950 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2805311 |
Cookson is a small community located in the beautiful Cookson Hills of Cherokee County, Oklahoma, United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. In 2020, about 826 people lived there.
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About Cookson, Oklahoma
Cookson is a quiet place in eastern Oklahoma. It is not an official town with its own city government. Instead, it is an "unincorporated community." This means it is part of the larger county area.
Where is Cookson Located?
Cookson is found in the Cookson Hills. These hills are a part of the Ozark Mountains in eastern Oklahoma. The community is in Cherokee County, which is known for its natural beauty.
How Cookson Got Its Name
The community of Cookson was named after its first postmaster, John H. Cookson. The post office in Cookson first opened on April 11, 1895. This was an important event for the small community. The ZIP code for Cookson is 74427.
How Many People Live in Cookson?
The number of people living in Cookson is counted every ten years by the U.S. government. This count is called a census. In the 2020 Census, 826 people were recorded as living in Cookson. This number helps us understand the size of the community.
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| 2020 | 826 | — | |
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