Springer, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Springer, Oklahoma
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Location of Springer, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Carter |
| Area | |
| • Total | 15.12 sq mi (39.16 km2) |
| • Land | 14.92 sq mi (38.64 km2) |
| • Water | 0.20 sq mi (0.52 km2) |
| Elevation | 850 ft (260 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 685 |
| • Density | 45.91/sq mi (17.73/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
73458
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| Area code(s) | 580 |
| FIPS code | 40-69500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413322 |
Springer is a small town in Carter County, Oklahoma, in the United States. In 2020, about 685 people lived there. It is part of the larger Ardmore, Oklahoma area.
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Discovering Springer's Past
Springer got its name from W.A. Springer. He was a pioneer rancher and cattleman in the area. A post office opened here on September 1, 1890. At that time, Springer was located in a place called Pickens County, which was part of the Chickasaw Nation.
Exploring Springer's Location
Springer is located in the northeastern part of Carter County. Major roads pass through or near the town. U.S. Route 77 goes right through the middle of Springer. Interstate 35 runs along the western side of the town. You can get to Springer from Interstate 35 at Exits 40 and 42.
Nearby Cities and Natural Features
The city of Ardmore is about 10 miles (16 km) south of Springer. Ardmore is the main city in Carter County. To the north, the town of Davis is about 14 miles (23 km) away. Springer is also located just south of the Arbuckle Mountains. These mountains are an ancient mountain range in Oklahoma.
How Big is Springer?
The town of Springer covers a total area of about 15.1 square miles (39.2 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 14.9 square miles (38.7 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.2 square miles (0.5 square kilometers), is water.
Understanding Springer's Population
The population of Springer has changed over the years. In 1960, only 212 people lived there. The number grew to 700 people by 2010. In the most recent count in 2020, the population was 685 residents.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 212 | — | |
| 1970 | 256 | 20.8% | |
| 1980 | 679 | 165.2% | |
| 1990 | 485 | −28.6% | |
| 2000 | 204 | −57.9% | |
| 2010 | 700 | 243.1% | |
| 2020 | 685 | −2.1% | |
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Who Lives in Springer?
In 2000, there were 577 people living in Springer. These people lived in 237 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Most households, about 66%, were married couples. About 22% of households had someone living alone.
What is the Age Range in Springer?
The people in Springer come from different age groups. In 2000, about 24% of the population was under 18 years old. About 16% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age in the town was 40 years old.
