Kenefic, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Kenefic, Oklahoma
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Location of Kenefic, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Bryan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.00 sq mi (2.58 km2) |
| • Land | 1.00 sq mi (2.58 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 663 ft (202 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 147 |
| • Density | 147.59/sq mi (56.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
74748
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| Area code(s) | 580 |
| FIPS code | 40-39200 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412825 |
Kenefic is a small town located in Bryan County, Oklahoma, in the United States. In 2020, about 147 people lived there.
The town got its name from William Kenefick. He was the president of the Missouri, Oklahoma and Gulf Railroad. This railroad built tracks through the area. You might see the town's name spelled as Kenefic or Kenefick.
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History of Kenefic
When Kenefic was first established, it was part of Blue County. This area belonged to the Choctaw Nation, a Native American tribe.
Geography of Kenefic
Kenefic is a small town, covering about 1 square mile (2.58 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the town limits.
Two main roads, State Highway 48 and State Highway 22, serve the town. This means they pass through or near Kenefic.
There are also some cool natural spots nearby. To the northeast, you can find McGee Creek State Park and McGee Creek Lake. To the southwest is Lake Texoma, a very large lake.
Climate in Kenefic
Kenefic has a climate typical of Oklahoma. Summers are usually hot, and winters are mild. The area gets a good amount of rain throughout the year.
| Climate data for Kenefic, Oklahoma | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 50.1 (10.1) |
55.4 (13.0) |
64.4 (18.0) |
73.7 (23.2) |
80.6 (27.0) |
88.3 (31.3) |
93.9 (34.4) |
93.6 (34.2) |
85.5 (29.7) |
76.0 (24.4) |
63.7 (17.6) |
53.9 (12.2) |
73.3 (22.9) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 26.3 (−3.2) |
31.6 (−0.2) |
40.1 (4.5) |
50.6 (10.3) |
58.8 (14.9) |
66.7 (19.3) |
70.7 (21.5) |
69.4 (20.8) |
62.3 (16.8) |
50.7 (10.4) |
40.1 (4.5) |
30.5 (−0.8) |
49.8 (9.9) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.0 (51) |
2.6 (66) |
3.7 (94) |
4.2 (110) |
5.6 (140) |
4.6 (120) |
2.3 (58) |
2.6 (66) |
5.4 (140) |
4.2 (110) |
3.1 (79) |
2.2 (56) |
42.6 (1,080) |
| Source 1: weather.com | |||||||||||||
| Source 2: Weatherbase | |||||||||||||
Population Changes in Kenefic
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 413 | — | |
| 1930 | 284 | −31.2% | |
| 1940 | 227 | −20.1% | |
| 1950 | 115 | −49.3% | |
| 1960 | 125 | 8.7% | |
| 1970 | 153 | 22.4% | |
| 1980 | 140 | −8.5% | |
| 1990 | 147 | 5.0% | |
| 2000 | 192 | 30.6% | |
| 2010 | 196 | 2.1% | |
| 2020 | 147 | −25.0% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of Kenefic has changed quite a bit over the years. In 1920, over 400 people lived there. By 1950, the number had dropped to 115.
More recently, the population was 192 in 2000 and slightly increased to 196 in 2010. However, by 2020, the population was 147.
People of Kenefic
In 2000, there were 192 people living in Kenefic. Most residents were White (about 78%). A significant number (nearly 19%) were Native American.
About one-third of the town's population was under 18 years old. The average age in Kenefic was 29 years.
See also
In Spanish: Kenefic (Oklahoma) para niños
