Erin Springs, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Erin Springs, Oklahoma
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Location of Erin Springs, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Garvin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.18 sq mi (0.46 km2) |
| • Land | 0.17 sq mi (0.45 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 988 ft (301 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 89 |
| • Density | 508.57/sq mi (196.51/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 40-24300 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412600 |
Erin Springs is a small town in Garvin County, Oklahoma, in the United States. In 2020, about 89 people lived there. Back in 2010, the population was 87. This means the town is quite small and quiet.
History of Erin Springs
The town of Erin Springs started in 1871. A man named Frank Murray built his home here. He was an Irish immigrant who came from Londonderry. Frank Murray became a very successful rancher. He owned a lot of land, about 20,000 acres. He also had many cattle, around 26,000 of them!
At first, the community was called Elm Springs. This name came from a big elm tree. The tree grew right behind the local stage depot. Later, the town's name was changed to Erin Springs. This was done to honor Frank Murray's sister, Erin Westland.
Geography of Erin Springs
Erin Springs is a very small town. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers a total area of about 0.2 square miles (0.46 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
People of Erin Springs
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| 2020 | 89 | — | |
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In 2010, there were 87 people living in Erin Springs. These people lived in 36 different homes. About 25 of these homes were families. The town is not very crowded. There were about 435 people per square mile.
- About 19% of homes had kids under 18 living there.
- More than half (55%) of the homes were married couples.
- A small number (8%) were single moms with no husband.
- About a quarter of the homes were people living alone.
- Some people living alone were 65 years old or older.
The average home had about 2.4 people. The average family had about 2.9 people.
The people in Erin Springs are of different ages.
- About 26% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 6% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 22% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 26% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 17% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in Erin Springs was about 41.5 years. For every 100 females, there were about 84 males.
See also
- You can find more information about Erin Springs in Spanish here: Erin Springs (Oklahoma) para niños
