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Warr Acres, Oklahoma
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Location in Oklahoma County and the state of Oklahoma.
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 Warr Acres, Oklahoma
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Oklahoma |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.84 sq mi (7.35 km2) |
| • Land | 2.80 sq mi (7.26 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.09 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,319 ft (402 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 10,452 |
| • Density | 3,728.86/sq mi (1,439.86/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
73122, 73123, 73132
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| Area code(s) | 405 |
| FIPS code | 40-78500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412182 |
Warr Acres is a city in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, United States. It is part of the larger Oklahoma City metropolitan area. The city was founded after World War II by a successful businessman named C.B. Warr.
In 2020, about 10,452 people lived in Warr Acres. This was a small increase of 4.1% from the year 2010. The city is located within the Putnam City School District.
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History of Warr Acres
How Warr Acres Started
The first housing areas, called Warr Acres and Warr Acres Second Addition, were built in 1937. They were developed by Clyde B. Warr. Another area that later became part of the city was Putnam City. It was developed by a state lawmaker, Israel Putnam, in 1909.
Becoming a City
Warr Acres officially became a city in February 1948. This happened when people living in 11 different neighborhoods, including Putnam City, asked to form their own city. Another nearby city, Bethany, tried to stop this. However, the Oklahoma Supreme Court decided that Warr Acres could become a city.
For a period in its early history, Warr Acres had rules that limited who could own property in certain areas.
Growth and Development
During the 1960s and 1970s, new shopping areas began to appear. These were mostly along MacArthur Avenue. By 1979, the city had grown quite a bit. It had expanded to cover three square miles. This growth happened as Warr Acres added more residential areas.
Geography and Climate
Where is Warr Acres?
Warr Acres is a suburb located northwest of Oklahoma City. The city covers about 2.8 square miles (7.3 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The city is in the Sandstone Hills region of Oklahoma. This area is known for its hills, which are about 250 to 400 feet (76 to 122 meters) high. You can also find forests of blackjack oak and post oak trees here.
Warr Acres Weather
Warr Acres has a humid subtropical climate. This means the weather can change a lot from day to day and season to season. Summers are usually hot and humid.
Central Oklahoma can have dry periods, called droughts. It can also get very heavy rain, which sometimes causes flash floods. Strong winds are common. They help to cool things down in the summer. In winter, these winds can sometimes lead to ice storms.
Tornado Alley
Warr Acres is right in the middle of Tornado Alley. This area is famous for having many strong tornadoes. The Oklahoma City area is one of the most tornado-prone major cities in the world. Since 1890, over 150 tornadoes have hit the city. Some of these were very powerful, including one rated F5.
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 2,378 | — | |
| 1960 | 7,135 | 200.0% | |
| 1970 | 9,887 | 38.6% | |
| 1980 | 9,940 | 0.5% | |
| 1990 | 9,288 | −6.6% | |
| 2000 | 9,735 | 4.8% | |
| 2010 | 10,043 | 3.2% | |
| 2020 | 10,452 | 4.1% | |
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Who Lives in Warr Acres?
The 2020 U.S. Census showed the different groups of people living in Warr Acres:
- White American: 45.8%
- Hispanic or Latino: 29.1%
- African American: 10.3%
- Native American: 2.4%
- Asian American: 4.1%
- Pacific Islands American: 0.1%
- Some other race: 0.1%
- Multiracial American: 7.9%
In 2010, there were 10,043 people living in the city. There were 3,945 households and 2,600 families. The city had about 3,586.8 people per square mile. The population did not change much from the 2000 census.
Households and Income
About 34.5% of households had children under 18 years old. Also, 43.5% of households were married couples living together. About 33.9% of households were non-family households. This means people living alone or with roommates. About 16.4% of households were led by a female with no husband present.
The average household had 2.52 people. The average family had 3.07 people. The median income for a household was $40,941. For a family, the median income was $50,533. The per capita income for the city was $29,966. About 16.6% of the population lived below the poverty line. This included 30.2% of those under 18. It also included 3.3% of those aged 65 or older.
Education in Warr Acres
Local Schools
Warr Acres is served by the Putnam City School District. Several schools are located within the city:
- Putnam City High School
- James L. Capps Middle School
- Central Elementary School
The Putnam City Enrollment Center is also in Warr Acres. A part of Warr Acres is also zoned to Putnam City West High School in Oklahoma City.
Nearby Colleges
As a suburb of Oklahoma City, Warr Acres is close to several universities. These include:
- Oklahoma City University
- Southern Nazarene University
- Southwestern Christian University
- Oklahoma Christian University
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Oklahoma City also runs St. Charles Borromeo Catholic K-8 School in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Warr Acres (Oklahoma) para niños
