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Dewey, Oklahoma
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"City of Vision"
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 Dewey, Oklahoma
Location in Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Washington |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.69 sq mi (6.98 km2) |
| • Land | 2.69 sq mi (6.98 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 692 ft (211 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,372 |
| • Density | 1,251.21/sq mi (483.09/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
74006, 74029
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| Area code(s) | 539/918 |
| FIPS code | 40-20550 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410333 |
| Website | City of Dewey |
Dewey is a city located in Washington County, Oklahoma, United States. It's found near the northern part of Bartlesville. In 2020, about 3,372 people lived there. The city's motto is "City of Vision."
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History of Dewey
How Dewey Began
Dewey started in 1899 when a man named Jacob Bartles moved his grist mill and trading post about three miles north. He moved them to land he owned near the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad. A grist mill is a place where grain is ground into flour. A trading post is a store where people can trade goods.
Early Developments
In 1900, Jacob Bartles built the Dewey Hotel. The town was named after Admiral George Dewey, a famous naval officer. The first newspaper in town, called the Dewey Eagle, also started in 1900. In 1903, the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad came to Dewey, which helped the town grow. Dewey officially became a city on December 8, 1905.
Geography of Dewey
Where is Dewey Located?
Dewey is in Oklahoma and covers a total area of about 2.5 square miles (6.98 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the city limits. The city is located at an elevation of 692 feet above sea level.
People of Dewey
Population Changes Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 1,344 | — | |
| 1920 | 2,302 | 71.3% | |
| 1930 | 2,095 | −9.0% | |
| 1940 | 2,114 | 0.9% | |
| 1950 | 2,513 | 18.9% | |
| 1960 | 3,994 | 58.9% | |
| 1970 | 3,958 | −0.9% | |
| 1980 | 3,545 | −10.4% | |
| 1990 | 3,326 | −6.2% | |
| 2000 | 3,179 | −4.4% | |
| 2010 | 3,432 | 8.0% | |
| 2020 | 3,372 | −1.7% | |
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According to the 2000 census, there were 3,179 people living in Dewey. This number grew to 3,432 by the 2010 census. By 2020, the population was 3,372.
Who Lives in Dewey?
In 2000, about 30.6% of the households in Dewey had children under 18 years old. Around 15.5% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone. The average age of people in Dewey was 39 years old.
Tom Mix Museum
The Tom Mix Museum is located in Dewey, Oklahoma. This museum is dedicated to the famous movie actor Tom Mix. He was a popular star in early Western films.
Transportation in Dewey
Getting Around Dewey
If you need to travel to or from Dewey by bus, Jefferson Lines provides intercity bus service to the city.
Famous People from Dewey
Some notable people who have connections to Dewey include:
- Jack Hartman, a college basketball coach.
- Fred Jordan, who served as a representative for Oklahoma from 2006 to 2014.
- Olive Stokes Mix, an actress.
- Ruth Mix, also an actress.
See also
In Spanish: Dewey (Oklahoma) para niños
