Purcell, Oklahoma
Purcell: city in Oklahoma
About
Purcell is a city located in the county of McClain in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,884 and a population density of 165 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 6,391 inhabitants.
The city was created 139 years ago in 1886.
Purcell is a city in and the county seat of McClain County, Oklahoma, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 5,884. The 2020 population is listed as 6,420, which has grown to the 67th largest Oklahoma municipality. It is part of the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Area.
In 1907, it became the first city in Oklahoma to have electricity and every year since then it has hosted an annual Christmas Lighting Festival during which every house and business displays Christmas lights.
Purcell is located at (35.747611, -97.967240). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 35.74 square kilometers (13.86 sq mi), all land.
Purcell has a number of attractions including its many parks like Acres Park and Lake View Park.
The town also hosts an annual festival called "Oklahoma's Largest Halloween Party", which takes place on the last weekend in October each year at Lake View Park and includes live music performances from local musicians as well as food vendors who sell everything from hot dogs to funnel cakes."
In 2012, Purcell was named one of the "Top 100 Best Small Towns in America," by CNN Money Magazine.
Quick Facts about Purcell
| Population | 6,391 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Oklahoma (United States) |
| County | McClain County |
| Postal code | 73080 |
| Phone Area Codes | 405 |
| Area | 35.75 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.0137,-97.3611 |
| Altitude | 1,099 feet / 335 meters |
| Capital city | Purcell is capital of McClain County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1887 (139 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:29:24 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 179 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 7.93% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Purcell is located at 35°0'49"N 97°21'40"W (35.0136800, -97.3611400).
Purcell map
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Purcell increased by 7.93% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 | 2,277 | - | census |
| 2010 | 5,884 | 61.3% | census |
| 2011 | 6,249 | 5.84% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,242 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,319 | 1.22% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,323 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,343 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,403 | 0.94% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 6,440 | 0.57% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 6,443 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 6,420 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 6,391 | -0.45% | estimation process |
People born in Purcell (11)
People born in Purcell, including basketball player Lester Lane, film director Wallace Fox, football player Bill McClard, .
More notable people
- Earl Bartlett (American football player (1908-1987)) he was born in 16/12/1908
- Joe Simpson (American baseball player) he was born in 31/12/1951
- Neil B. Ward (American meteorologist) he was born in 26/06/1914
- Lisa Johnson Billy (American politician) she was born in 21/02/1967
- Charles W. Wantland (American gridiron football player and athletics competitor (1888-1964)) he was born in 22/02/1888
- George Hazel (American actor (1890–1952)) he was born in 30/07/1890
- Janet Dawson (American mystery writer) she was born in 01/01/1949
- W. Grant Blanchard, Jr. (geologist) he was born in 12/06/1894
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Purcell, OK. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 418320 | Mid-America Technology Center | Wayne (OK) | 73095-0210 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Purcell, OK. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PUR | Purcell | East Main St and North Santa Fe Ave. | RAIL |
| NOR | Norman | 200 South Jones Avenue | RAIL |
| PVL | Pauls Valley | East Paul Ave. and South Santa Fe St. | RAIL |
| OKC | Santa Fe Depot | 100 South E.K. Gaylord Blvd. | RAIL |
| ADM | Ardmore station | 251 East Main St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Purcell.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Purcell Post Office | Purcell (OK) | 73080 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Purcell, Missouri city in Missouri with a population of 424 people.
Other cities in McClain County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in McClain County , OK.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle | 11,347 | City in Oklahoma, United States |
| Blanchard | 9,114 | City in Oklahoma, USA |
| Goldsby | 2,536 | Town in Oklahoma |
| Dibble | 878 | Human settlement in McClain County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Wayne | 733 | Town in McClain County, Oklahoma |
| Washington | 601 | Town in Oklahoma |
| Cole | 599 | Human settlement in McClain County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Byars | 274 | Human settlement in McClain County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Rosedale | 73 | Town in the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Purcell distances to largest Oklahoma cities