Foster, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Foster, Oklahoma
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 Foster, Oklahoma
Location in Oklahoma
Foster, Oklahoma
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Garvin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34.63 sq mi (89.69 km2) |
| • Land | 34.46 sq mi (89.25 km2) |
| • Water | 0.17 sq mi (0.44 km2) |
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 246 |
| • Density | 7.14/sq mi (2.76/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
73039 (historically), 73434 (today)
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| Area code(s) | 580 |
| FIPS code | 40-27500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412646 |
Foster is a small town located in Garvin County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It officially became a town in 2002.
In 2010, about 161 people lived there. By 2020, the population had grown to 246 residents. Foster has had a post office since August 12, 1891.
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Where is Foster, Oklahoma?
Foster is in the southwestern part of Garvin County. It is connected by State Highway 29A, which is a smaller road off State Highway 29.
State Highway 29 runs along the northern edge of the town. You can travel east about 5 miles (8 km) to Elmore City. Going west on Highway 29 will take you about 18 miles (29 km) to Bray.
Another important road, State Highway 76, goes through the western part of Foster. If you head north on Highway 76, you'll reach Lindsay in about 19 miles (31 km). Traveling south for about 12 miles (19 km) will take you to Ratliff City.
Other nearby towns include Wynnewood, which is 21 miles (34 km) east. Pauls Valley, the main city of Garvin County, is about 22 miles (35 km) northeast.
Land and Water in Foster
The town of Foster covers a total area of about 34.6 square miles (89.6 square kilometers). Most of this area is land.
About 34.46 square miles (89.25 square kilometers) is land. A small part, about 0.17 square miles (0.44 square kilometers), is water. This means only a tiny portion of the town's area is covered by water.
How Many People Live in Foster?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 161 | — | |
| 2020 | 246 | 52.8% | |
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The number of people living in Foster has changed over time. In 2010, the town had a population of 161 residents.
By 2020, the population had increased to 246 people. This information comes from the official U.S. Census.
See also
In Spanish: Foster (Oklahoma) para niños
