Sequoyah, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Sequoyah, Oklahoma
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Location of Sequoyah, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Rogers |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.94 sq mi (20.56 km2) |
| • Land | 7.94 sq mi (20.56 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 745 ft (227 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 730 |
| • Density | 91.94/sq mi (35.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 40-66450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409307 |
Sequoyah is a small community in Rogers County, Oklahoma, United States. It is called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is an area that the U.S. Census Bureau defines for gathering population data. It is not an officially incorporated town or city. In 2020, about 730 people lived in Sequoyah.
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Exploring Sequoyah's Location
Sequoyah is located in the state of Oklahoma. It is part of Rogers County. The community is entirely on land, with no water areas within its boundaries.
How Big is Sequoyah?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Sequoyah covers a total area of about 8 square miles (20.56 square kilometers). This makes it a relatively small community in terms of land size.
Who Lives in Sequoyah?
The population of Sequoyah has changed over the years.
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| 2020 | 730 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 671 people living in Sequoyah. These people lived in 238 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Most of these households were families.
Understanding the Community's Makeup
The people living in Sequoyah come from different backgrounds. In 2000, most residents were White or Native American. A small number of people were also Hispanic or Latino.
Age Groups in Sequoyah
The community has people of all ages. In 2000, about 28% of the population was under 18 years old. About 11.5% of the residents were 65 years or older. The average age of people in Sequoyah was 39 years.
Working and Earning in Sequoyah
In 2000, the average income for a household in Sequoyah was about $43,542 per year. For families, the average income was around $50,417. A small percentage of families and people lived below the poverty line. This means their income was below a certain level.
See also
- In Spanish: Sequoyah (Oklahoma) para niños
