Meeker, Oklahoma facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Meeker, Oklahoma
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Meeker as seen from U.S. Highway 62.
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Location of Meeker, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Lincoln |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.01 sq mi (7.80 km2) |
| • Land | 2.94 sq mi (7.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2) |
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) |
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| • Total | 1,004 |
| • Density | 341.15/sq mi (131.74/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
74855
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| Area code | 405/572 |
| FIPS code | 40-47450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412978 |
Meeker is a town located in Lincoln County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It is a small community that has been home to many people over the years. In 2010, about 1,145 people lived there. Meeker was also featured in a documentary called Will & Harper.
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Geography of Meeker
Meeker is located in the state of Oklahoma. The town covers a total area of about 3.2 square miles (8.3 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water. This means Meeker is mostly dry land, not lakes or rivers.
Meeker's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 349 | — | |
| 1920 | 513 | 47.0% | |
| 1930 | 562 | 9.6% | |
| 1940 | 502 | −10.7% | |
| 1950 | 672 | 33.9% | |
| 1960 | 664 | −1.2% | |
| 1970 | 804 | 21.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,032 | 28.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,003 | −2.8% | |
| 2000 | 978 | −2.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,144 | 17.0% | |
| 2020 | 1,004 | −12.2% | |
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The population of Meeker has changed quite a bit over the years. In 1910, only 349 people lived there. By 2010, the population had grown to 1,144 people. In 2020, the number was 1,004.
Who Lives in Meeker?
In 2000, there were 978 people living in Meeker. Many different people make up the town's population. About 30% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 15% were 65 years old or older. The average age in Meeker was 36 years old.
Famous People from Meeker
Carl Hubbell: Baseball Legend
Carl Hubbell, a famous American baseball player, grew up in Meeker. He was so good at baseball that he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Historic Places in Meeker
National Register of Historic Places
Several places in Meeker are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites that are protected. These places include:
- Crescent School
- Fairview School
- Hendley Manor
- Meeker Town Hall
- Spring Dell School
- St. Paul Baptist Church and Cemetery
See also
In Spanish: Meeker (Oklahoma) para niños
