Temple, Oklahoma facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Temple, Oklahoma
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Location of Temple, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Cotton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.29 sq mi (3.33 km2) |
| • Land | 1.29 sq mi (3.33 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,007 ft (307 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 862 |
| • Density | 670.30/sq mi (258.71/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
73568
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| Area code(s) | 580 |
| FIPS code | 40-72750 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413372 |
Temple is a small town located in Cotton County, Oklahoma, United States. It is about 5 miles (8 km) south and 5 miles (8 km) east of Walters, which is the main town in the county.
In 2020, about 862 people lived in Temple. The town got its name from Temple Lea Houston, who was a famous lawyer in Texas and Oklahoma many years ago. He was the youngest son of General Sam Houston, a very important figure in Texas history.
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Geography
Where is Temple Located?
Temple is easy to find because it sits right where two Oklahoma State highways, Highway 5 and Highway 65, cross paths. The town of Walters is about seven miles (11 km) to the northwest.
Size of the Town
According to the United States Census Bureau, Temple covers a total area of about 1.3 square miles (3.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Population and People
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Temple has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population counts from different years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 852 | — | |
| 1920 | 906 | 6.3% | |
| 1930 | 1,182 | 30.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,313 | 11.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,442 | 9.8% | |
| 1960 | 1,282 | −11.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,354 | 5.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,339 | −1.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,223 | −8.7% | |
| 2000 | 1,146 | −6.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,002 | −12.6% | |
| 2020 | 862 | −14.0% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Life in Temple
In 2000, there were 1,146 people living in Temple. They lived in 488 households, which are like homes or families. The average household had about 2.27 people.
The people in Temple come from different backgrounds. Most residents were White, with smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian people. Some residents were also of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
Age Groups
The town has people of all ages. In 2000, about a quarter of the population was under 18 years old. About 22.5% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age in Temple was 40 years.
Notable People
Temple is the birthplace of a few well-known individuals:
- LaDonna Harris (born 1931) – She is a Comanche political activist who works to support Native American rights.
- Pepper Martin (1904—1965) – He was a professional baseball player in Major League Baseball.
- Spec Sanders (January 26, 1919 – July 6, 2003) – He was a professional football player.
See also
In Spanish: Temple (Oklahoma) para niños
