Keys, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Keys, Oklahoma
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Location within Cherokee County and the state of Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Cherokee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.77 sq mi (25.29 km2) |
| • Land | 9.75 sq mi (25.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 961 ft (293 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,030 |
| • Density | 105.68/sq mi (40.81/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
| FIPS code | 40-39625 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2408478 |
Keys is a small community in Cherokee County, Oklahoma, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community" and a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's a recognized area for gathering population data, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. In 2020, about 1,030 people lived in Keys.
Geography of Keys
Keys is located in the southern part of Cherokee County. It sits between two other communities: Park Hill to the north and Pettit to the south.
The eastern side of Keys touches the Illinois River. This river flows into the northern part of Tenkiller Ferry Lake, a large lake popular for outdoor activities.
Oklahoma State Highway 82 runs along the western and southern edges of Keys. This highway can take you about 8 miles (13 km) north to Tahlequah, which is the main city and county seat of Cherokee County. If you go southeast on the highway for about 5 miles (8 km), you'll reach Cherokee Landing State Park on Tenkiller Ferry Lake.
The total area of Keys is about 9.77 square miles (25.29 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
Keys School System
Keys is home to its own high school. The students at Keys High School are known as the Cougars. Their school colors are red and white.
Population and People
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| 2020 | 1,030 | — | |
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In 2010, there were 565 people living in Keys. These people made up 189 households, with 160 of them being families. The community had about 102.7 people per square mile (39.7 people per square kilometer).
The people living in Keys come from different backgrounds. Many residents identify as White or Native American. Some people also identify with two or more races. A small percentage of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
About 29.7% of the population in Keys was under 18 years old. This means there are many young people and families in the community. The median age in Keys was about 35.1 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Keys (Oklahoma) para niños
