Lawton, Oklahoma
Lawton: The most populous city in Comanche County, Oklahoma.
About
Lawton is a city located in the county of Comanche in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Its population at the 2010 census was 96,867 and a population density of 462 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 93,164 inhabitants.
The city was created 125 years ago in 1900.
This active Army base offers tours of its 19th century buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. The Fort Sill Museum documents military history in the area.
The Holy City of the Wichitas
Located at the base of Mount Scott, this attraction features larger-than-life biblical scenes depicted with concrete and stone sculptures.
Museum of the Great Plains
Exhibits highlight life in early Lawton and the surrounding plains. Artifacts like saddles, guns, and documents from the late 1800s are displayed.
Lake Lawtonka
This lake and recreational area offers fishing, swimming, hiking trails, camping, and cable wakeboarding across its 2,500 acres.
Annual Events in Lawton
Some popular events in Lawton include:
- The Medicine Park Craft Festival held each May features over 100 craft vendors, food, and music.
- At the International Festival in August, global cultures are celebrated with dance, cuisine, and traditional dress.
- The Great Plains Rodeo draws crowds in October to see bull riding, roping, and other rodeo events.
With its scenic lakes, historic military sites, and range of outdoor activities, Lawton offers visitors an authentic taste of southwestern heritage and culture. Important institutions like Fort Sill and Cameron University also contribute to the city's economy and diversity.
Quick Facts about Lawton
| Population | 93,164 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Oklahoma (United States) |
| County | Comanche County |
| Postal code | 73533 |
| Phone Area Codes | 580 |
| Area | 209.88 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.6087,-98.3903 |
| Altitude | 1,112 feet / 339 meters |
| Capital city | Lawton is capital of Comanche County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1901 (125 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 06:42:43 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 444 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.97% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 67℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Lawton is located at 34°36'31"N 98°23'25"W (34.6086900, -98.3903300).
Lawton map
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Weather
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am. Sunny, with a high near 67. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Lawton
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Lawton decreased by 3.97% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 96,867 | - | census |
| 2011 | 98,208 | 1.37% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 98,415 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 96,977 | -1.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 96,660 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 95,965 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 94,117 | -1.96% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 94,009 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 92,945 | -1.14% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 93,025 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 93,164 | 0.15% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Lawton
1Lawton City Hall
212 SW 9th St, Lawton, OK 73501 View details
Phone: +15805813500 | Website available
2Comanche County Clerk
315 SW 5th St #304, Lawton, OK 73501 View details
Phone: +15803555214 | Website available
3Lawton Electronic Maintenance
2100 SW 6th St, Lawton, OK 73501 View details
Phone: +15805813418
4Lawton Human Resources Department
212 SW 9th St, Lawton, OK 73501 View details
Phone: +15805813392 | Website available
5Lawton Building Development
103 SW 4th St #115, Lawton, OK 73501 View details
Phone: +15805813360
6Lawton Finance Department
103 SW 4th St, Lawton, OK 73501 View details
Phone: +15805813328
7Lawton City Manager
212 Southwest 9th Street, Lawton, OK 73501 View details
Phone: +15805813301 | Website available
8Lawton City Clerk
212 SW 9th St, Lawton, OK 73501 View details
Phone: +15805813305 | Website available
9Lawton City Office
2100 SW 6th St, Lawton, OK 73501 View details
Phone: +15805813324 | Website available
10Lawton Arts & Humanities Council
801 NW Ferris Ave, Lawton, OK 73507 View details
Phone: +15805813470 | Website available
People born in Lawton (97)
People born in Lawton, including basketball player and announcer Stacey King, athletics competitor Chryste Gaines, Player of football Bryan McCann, .
More notable people
- Leon Russell (American singer-songwriter, guitarist, pianist and session musician) he was born in 02/04/1942
- Percy Watson (American professional wrestler and professional football player) he was born in 19/08/1981
- N. Scott Momaday (American author and academic) he was born in 27/02/1934
- Bryan White (American country music artist) he was born in 17/02/1974
- Randy Bass (American baseball player and politician) he was born in 13/03/1954
- Conrad Herwig (American musician) he was born in 01/11/1959
- Lam Jones (American sprinter and football wide receiver (1958-2019)) he was born in 04/04/1958
- Josh Young (American basketball player) he was born in 26/04/1988
- Terry Serpico (American actor) he was born in 27/06/1964
- William Witney (American director (1915-2002)) he was born in 01/01/1915
- Rusty McDonald (American musician) he was born in 21/10/1921
- Steven R. White (American physicist) he was born in 26/12/1959
- Omar Browning (American basketball coach) he was born in 05/10/1911
- Robert Wright (American journalist, born 1957) he was born in 25/01/1957
- J. D. Walton (American football player) he was born in 24/03/1987
- Lauren Nelson (American beauty pageant contestant) she was born in 26/11/1986
- Robert S. Johnson (American fighter pilot in World War II) he was born in 21/02/1920
- Ryan Robertson (American basketball player) he was born in 02/10/1976
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lawton, OK. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 428143 | Platt College-Lawton | Lawton (OK) | 73501 |
| 207102 | Eves College of Hairstyling | Lawton (OK) | 73501 |
| 206914 | Cameron University | Lawton (OK) | 73505-6377 |
| 364548 | Great Plains Technology Center | Lawton (OK) | 73505-8399 |
| 250993 | Red River Technology Center | Duncan (OK) | 73533 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Lawton, 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 |
| PVL | Pauls Valley | East Paul Ave. and South Santa Fe St. | RAIL |
| NOR | Norman | 200 South Jones Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Lawton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lawton Post Office | Lawton (OK) | 73501 |
| Fort Sill Post Office | Fort Sill (OK) | 73503 |
| Sheridan Lawton Post Office | Lawton (OK) | 73505 |
| Geronim Post Office | Geronimo (OK) | 73543 |
| Medicine Park Post Office | Lawton (OK) | 73507 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Lawton, Michigan village in Van Buren County, Michigan, United States with a population of 1,796 people.
- Lawton, Iowa human settlement in Woodbury County, Iowa, United States of America with a population of 979 people.
- Lawton, North Dakota human settlement in Ramsey County, North Dakota, United States of America with a population of 27 people.
Other cities in Comanche County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Comanche County , OK.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Elgin | 3,236 | City in Comanche County, Oklahoma, United States |
| Cache | 2,824 | City in Oklahoma |
| Geronimo | 1,225 | Human settlement in Comanche County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Fletcher | 1,140 | Human settlement in Comanche County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Sterling | 777 | Town in Comanche County, Oklahoma, United States |
| Medicine Park | 461 | Town in Comanche County Oklahoma |
| Chattanooga | 458 | Town in Comanche County Oklahoma |
| Indiahoma | 328 | Human settlement in Comanche County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Faxon | 130 | Human settlement in Comanche County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Lawton distances to largest Oklahoma cities