Strang, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Strang, Oklahoma
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Location of Strang, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Mayes |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.28 sq mi (0.73 km2) |
| • Land | 0.28 sq mi (0.73 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 643 ft (196 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 64 |
| • Density | 226.95/sq mi (87.65/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
74367
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| Area code(s) | 539/918 |
| FIPS code | 40-70750 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413339 |
Strang is a small town located in Mayes County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a close-knit community. In 2020, the town had a population of 64 people.
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The History of Strang
Strang began to take shape in 1913. This was when the Missouri, Oklahoma and Gulf Railway company started planning their train tracks through the area. They were building towards a town called Wagoner.
In the same year, a post office was opened in Strang. It took the place of an older post office nearby called Lynch. The town officially became a recognized town in 1921. Strang was named after Clarita Strang Kenefic, whose husband, William Kenefic, helped develop the railroad.
Where is Strang Located?
Strang is a small town in Oklahoma. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers a total area of about 0.3 square miles (0.73 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Who Lives in Strang?
The number of people living in Strang has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 286 | — | |
| 1940 | 283 | −1.0% | |
| 1950 | 201 | −29.0% | |
| 1960 | 176 | −12.4% | |
| 1970 | 164 | −6.8% | |
| 1980 | 126 | −23.2% | |
| 1990 | 141 | 11.9% | |
| 2000 | 465 | 229.8% | |
| 2010 | 89 | −80.9% | |
| 2020 | 64 | −28.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Population in 2010
In 2010, the town of Strang had 89 residents. Most of the people were white (about 60.7%). A good number were Native American (about 32.6%). The rest (6.7%) reported having two or more racial backgrounds.
Population in 2000
Back in 2000, there were 100 people living in Strang. These people lived in 43 different homes, and 27 of these were families. The town had about 352 people per square mile. There were 54 housing units in total.
Most residents (66%) were white. About 21% were Native American. The remaining 13% identified with two or more races. About 4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Out of the 43 homes in 2000:
- About 20.9% had children under 18 living there.
- 51.2% were married couples living together.
- 7.0% had a female head of the house with no husband.
- 37.2% were individuals living alone or with non-family members.
Also, 37.2% of all homes were made up of single people. About 23.3% of these were people aged 65 or older living by themselves. On average, each home had 2.33 people, and each family had 2.96 people.
Age and Income
In 2000, the population was spread out by age:
- 29.0% were under 18 years old.
- 3.0% were between 18 and 24.
- 25.0% were between 25 and 44.
- 25.0% were between 45 and 64.
- 18.0% were 65 years or older.
The average age of people in Strang was 40 years old.
The average income for a household in the town was $14,792. For families, the average income was $25,000. Men earned an average of $31,875, while women earned $25,625. The average income per person in the town was $12,676. About 16.7% of families and 18.8% of all people lived below the poverty line. This included 30.8% of those over 64 years old.
Education in Strang
Students in Strang attend schools that are part of the Adair Public Schools district.
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In Spanish: Strang (Oklahoma) para niños
