Lahoma, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Lahoma, Oklahoma
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Location in Garfield County and the state of Oklahoma.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Garfield |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.21 sq mi (0.55 km2) |
| • Land | 0.21 sq mi (0.55 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,247 ft (380 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 539 |
| • Density | 2,566.67/sq mi (988.70/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
73754
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| Area code(s) | 580 |
| FIPS code | 40-40700 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412860 |
Lahoma is a small town located in Garfield County, Oklahoma, in the United States. In 2020, about 539 people lived there. The town's name is quite interesting because it comes from the last three syllables of "Oklahoma."
For a long time, until the 1960s, Lahoma was mainly a farming town. But over time, it changed. Now, many people who live in Lahoma travel to work in the nearby city of Enid. This means Lahoma has become a "bedroom community," where people sleep and live but often work somewhere else.
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Where is Lahoma Located?
Lahoma is in the western part of Garfield County. It's about 11 miles (or about 18 kilometers) west of Enid, which is the main city and county seat.
The town covers a total area of about 0.21 square miles (0.55 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
How Many People Live in Lahoma?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 275 | — | |
| 1920 | 262 | −4.7% | |
| 1930 | 197 | −24.8% | |
| 1940 | 195 | −1.0% | |
| 1950 | 190 | −2.6% | |
| 1960 | 160 | −15.8% | |
| 1970 | 299 | 86.9% | |
| 1980 | 537 | 79.6% | |
| 1990 | 645 | 20.1% | |
| 2000 | 577 | −10.5% | |
| 2010 | 611 | 5.9% | |
| 2020 | 539 | −11.8% | |
According to the 2020 census, Lahoma had a population of 539 people. This means it's a pretty small town!
In 2000, there were 577 people living in Lahoma. About 244 households were in the town, with 164 of them being families. The average household had about 2.36 people.
The population was spread out in terms of age. About 24.4% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 12.7% were 65 years old or older. The average age in Lahoma was 37 years.
A Look at Lahoma's Past
Lahoma was established in 1894. This happened after a big event called the Cherokee Outlet land run in 1893. During this land run, people raced to claim land.
Interestingly, the town wasn't always in its current spot. It was first built about a mile away. But in 1901, all the buildings, businesses, and homes were moved to where Lahoma is today. This move happened so the town could be right next to a new railroad line. Having a railroad nearby was very important for towns back then, as it helped with transportation and trade.
Schools in Lahoma
Students in Lahoma attend schools that are part of the Cimarron Public Schools district. This district serves the area and provides education for the town's children and teens.
Churches in the Community
Lahoma has several churches that serve the local community. These include the First Baptist Church, Zion Lutheran Church, and the United Church of Lahoma.
Famous People from Lahoma
One notable person from Lahoma is Nokie Edwards. He was a very talented lead guitarist for a famous band called The Ventures.
See also
In Spanish: Lahoma (Oklahoma) para niños
