Leon, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Leon, Oklahoma
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Location of Leon, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Love |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.27 sq mi (0.70 km2) |
| • Land | 0.27 sq mi (0.70 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 74 |
| • Density | 275.09/sq mi (106.39/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
73441
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| Area code(s) | 580 |
| FIPS code | 40-42450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412890 |
Leon is a small town located in Love County, Oklahoma, in the United States. According to the 2020 census, about 74 people live there.
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What's in a Name?
It is not clear why the town of Leon was given its name. However, some towns in Iowa and Kansas were named after David Camden de Leon. He was known as the "Fighting Doctor" during the Mexican–American War. Another town, Leon, New York, got its name from the old Kingdom of Leon in Spain.
Where is Leon Located?
Leon is found about 1 mile (1.6 km) east of the Red River. This river creates the border between Texas and Oklahoma.
Oklahoma State Highway 76 goes north from Leon for about 4 miles (6.4 km) to State Highway 32. Leon is also about 22 miles (35 km) west-southwest of Marietta. Marietta is the main town, or county seat, of Love County.
The town of Leon covers an area of about 0.3 square miles (0.78 km²). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live in Leon?
Leon is part of the Ardmore Micropolitan Statistical Area. This is a region that includes a city and its nearby communities.
Here's how the population of Leon has changed over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 221 | — | |
| 1910 | 197 | −10.9% | |
| 1920 | 216 | 9.6% | |
| 1930 | 146 | −32.4% | |
| 1940 | 178 | 21.9% | |
| 1950 | 122 | −31.5% | |
| 1960 | 109 | −10.7% | |
| 1970 | 112 | 2.8% | |
| 1980 | 120 | 7.1% | |
| 1990 | 101 | −15.8% | |
| 2000 | 96 | −5.0% | |
| 2010 | 91 | −5.2% | |
| 2020 | 74 | −18.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Religion in Leon
Most people in Leon are Southern Baptist. The Leon Baptist Church is the only active church in the town. It is part of the Enon Baptist Association.
Economy and Daily Life
Leon does not currently have any businesses. It is considered a bedroom community. This means that people who live there travel to other towns for their jobs.
Leon could be a good spot for a convenience store or restaurant in the future. It might also be a place for a factory or a distribution center.
Utilities and Services
- Electricity: Power comes from the Red River Valley Rural Electrical Association Cooperative.
- Water: Water is supplied by Rural Water Department Number One.
- Natural Gas: There is no natural gas service. People use electric heat, propane, butane, or wood for heating.
- Waste Disposal: Each home is responsible for its own waste. There is a local company that picks up trash.
- Sanitation: Homes use their own septic systems for waste water.
Education for Kids
Most young people in Leon go to Turner Public Schools. These schools are located in Burneyville. Leon Public Schools joined with Turner Public Schools in 1994.
See also
In Spanish: Leon (Oklahoma) para niños
