Terlton, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Terlton, Oklahoma
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Location of Terlton, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Pawnee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.16 sq mi (0.41 km2) |
| • Land | 0.16 sq mi (0.41 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 778 ft (237 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 77 |
| • Density | 487.34/sq mi (187.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
74081
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| Area code(s) | 539/918 |
| FIPS code | 40-72850 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413375 |
Terlton is a small town in Pawnee County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It is located near two main roads, US 412 and US 64. In 2020, 77 people lived in Terlton.
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History of Terlton
The community of Terlton began to form after the Cherokee Outlet opening on September 16, 1893. This was a time when land in Oklahoma was opened for people to claim and settle.
Early Days and Growth
A post office was set up in Terlton on November 30, 1894. The town was named after Ira N. Terrell, who was a member of the first government group for the area.
Around 1902-1903, the Arkansas Valley and Western Railway built a railroad through the town. This helped Terlton become a busy place for local farmers to trade their goods.
Oil and Industry
Oil was found near Terlton around 1914. This led to new businesses like pipelines and oil storage areas. These oil-related jobs supported the town until the 1930s.
In more recent years, Terlton has become a commuter town. This means many people who live there travel to other places for work.
Important Events
On April 26, 1984, a very strong tornado hit Terlton at night. Three people sadly lost their lives, and over 30 people were hurt. This happened on the same night another tornado hit Morris, Oklahoma, about 60 miles away.
In 1985, there was an explosion at a fireworks factory in town. This tragic event affected many people in the community. A short film called "Terlton" was made in 2019. It shows how the town has dealt with this difficult event.
Terlton in Movies
Terlton was one of the places where the TV show Reservation Dogs was filmed. This comedy series is about four Native American teenagers living in rural Oklahoma. It was created by filmmaker Sterlin Harjo.
Geography of Terlton
Terlton is a small town that covers about 0.2 square miles (0.41 square kilometers) of land. It has no water area within its boundaries.
Population Changes in Terlton
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 234 | — | |
| 1940 | 245 | 4.7% | |
| 1950 | 122 | −50.2% | |
| 1960 | 90 | −26.2% | |
| 1970 | 111 | 23.3% | |
| 1980 | 155 | 39.6% | |
| 1990 | 121 | −21.9% | |
| 2000 | 85 | −29.8% | |
| 2010 | 106 | 24.7% | |
| 2020 | 77 | −27.4% | |
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The population of Terlton has changed over the years. In 1930, there were 234 people, and the population reached its highest in 1940 with 245 people. Since then, the number of residents has generally decreased. In 2020, 77 people lived in Terlton.
Who Lives in Terlton?
In 2000, there were 85 people living in Terlton. Most residents were White (97.65%). A small number were Native American (1.18%) or from two or more races (1.18%). About 2.35% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
There were 30 households in the town. More than half of these households (53.3%) had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.83 people.
The population was quite young in 2000. About 41.2% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age in the town was 26 years.
See also
In Spanish: Terlton (Oklahoma) para niños
