Okemah, Oklahoma
Okemah: city in Oklahoma
About
Okemah is a city located in the county of Okfuskee in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,223 and a population density of 475 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,048 inhabitants.
The city was created 124 years ago in 1901.
Quick Facts about Okemah
| Population | 3,048 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Oklahoma (United States) |
| County | Okfuskee County |
| Postal code | 74859 |
| Area | 6.78 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.4326,-96.3050 |
| Altitude | 909 feet / 277 meters |
| Capital city | Okemah is capital of Okfuskee County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1902 (124 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 23:01:18 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 449 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.74% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 72℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Okemah is located at 35°25'57"N 96°18'18"W (35.4325900, -96.3050100).
Okemah map
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72. South wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Okemah decreased by 5.74% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,223 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,279 | 1.71% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,293 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,273 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,226 | -1.46% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,198 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,181 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,169 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,160 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,132 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,048 | -2.76% | estimation process |
People born in Okemah (10)
People born in Okemah, including astronaut William R. Pogue, singer-songwriter Gwen Guthrie, United States federal judge Allen Edward Barrow, .
More notable people
- Billy Parker (American DJ) he was born in 19/07/1939
- Burr Williams (American ice hockey player) he was born in 30/08/1909
- John Fullbright (American musician) he was born in 23/04/1988
- Larry Coker (American football player and coach) he was born in 23/06/1948
- Evan Felker he was born in 24/03/1984
- Clarence Berryman (wrestler) he was born in 01/01/1906
- Woody Guthrie (American singer-songwriter and folk musician) he was born in 14/07/1912
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Okemah, OK. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 418357 | Wes Watkins Technology Center | Wetumka (OK) | 74883-6155 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Okemah, OK. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TLS | Tulsa, Oklahoma | 317 South Detroit St. | BUS |
| PUR | Purcell | East Main St and North Santa Fe Ave. | RAIL |
| NOR | Norman | 200 South Jones Avenue | RAIL |
| OKC | Santa Fe Depot | 100 South E.K. Gaylord Blvd. | RAIL |
| PVL | Pauls Valley | East Paul Ave. and South Santa Fe St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Okemah.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Okemah Post Office | Okemah (OK) | 74859 |
Other cities in Okfuskee County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Okfuskee County , OK.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Boley | 1,167 | Town in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma |
| Weleetka | 937 | Human settlement in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Paden | 447 | Human settlement in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Bearden | 126 | Human settlement in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Castle | 103 | Town in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma, United States |
| IXL | 48 | Town in Oklahoma, United States |
| Clearview | 46 | Human settlement in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Okemah distances to largest Oklahoma cities