Langley, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Langley, Oklahoma
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Location of Langley, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Mayes |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.43 sq mi (3.69 km2) |
| • Land | 1.43 sq mi (3.69 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 768 ft (234 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 606 |
| • Density | 425.26/sq mi (164.20/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
74350
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| Area code(s) | 539/918 |
| FIPS code | 40-41500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412876 |
Langley is a small town in Mayes County, Oklahoma, United States. In 2010, the town had a population of 819 people. By 2020, the population was 606.
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History of Langley
Langley is located on State Highway 82. It sits at the western end of the Pensacola Dam. This dam is a very important structure. It is even listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The dam helps to create the beautiful Grand Lake o' the Cherokees, also known as Grand Lake.
Building the Pensacola Dam began in 1935. Cliff Bogle, who owned land in the area, decided to divide his property into smaller pieces for homes. In 1937, the town of Langley was officially started. There was even a public event where people could get free lots of land!
The town was named after J. Howard Langley. He was an important person in Oklahoma politics, serving as a state senator. Langley officially became an incorporated town on November 20, 1939. This meant it could have its own local government. A post office was also opened on January 20, 1939.
The Pensacola Dam was finished in 1941. After the dam was completed, Langley started to become a popular spot for fun and recreation. People came to enjoy the lake and outdoor activities.
Geography of Langley
Langley is a town that is entirely on land. It covers an area of about 1.2 square miles (3.1 square kilometers).
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1940 | 838 | — | |
| 1950 | 204 | −75.7% | |
| 1960 | 205 | 0.5% | |
| 1970 | 481 | 134.6% | |
| 1980 | 582 | 21.0% | |
| 1990 | 526 | −9.6% | |
| 2000 | 669 | 27.2% | |
| 2010 | 819 | 22.4% | |
| 2020 | 606 | −26.0% | |
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In 2010, there were 819 people living in Langley. Most of the people (about 69.8%) were white. About 21.0% were Native American, and smaller percentages were African American or Asian. Some people (6.6%) identified as being from two or more races. About 3.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Back in 2000, there were 669 people living in Langley. These people lived in 274 households, and 187 of these were families. The town had 360 housing units in total.
About 27% of the households in 2000 had children under 18 living with them. More than half (55.5%) were married couples. About 27% of all households were made up of single individuals.
The average age of people in Langley in 2000 was 41 years old. About 22.7% of the population was under 18. About 19.1% of the people were 65 years old or older.
Education in Langley
Students in Langley attend schools that are part of the Ketchum Public Schools district.
See also
In Spanish: Langley (Oklahoma) para niños
