Sulphur, Oklahoma
Sulphur: city in Oklahoma
About
Sulphur is a city located in the county of Murray in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,929 and a population density of 270 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,990 inhabitants.
The city was created 144 years ago in 1881.
Quick Facts about Sulphur
| Population | 4,990 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Oklahoma (United States) |
| County | Murray County |
| Postal code | 73086 |
| Phone Area Codes | 580 |
| Area | 18.24 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.5079,-96.9684 |
| Named for | sulfur |
| Altitude | 1,001 feet / 305 meters |
| Capital city | Sulphur is capital of Murray County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1882 (144 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 21:50:29 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 274 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.22% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Sulphur is located at 34°30'28"N 96°58'6"W (34.5078700, -96.9683500).
Sulphur map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Sulphur increased by 1.22% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,929 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,971 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,969 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,986 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,011 | 0.5% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,039 | 0.56% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,042 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,010 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,011 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,043 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,990 | -1.06% | estimation process |
People born in Sulphur (5)
People born in Sulphur, including sinologist James Robert Hightower, Oklahoma Senator representing District 16, which includes portions of Cleveland and McClain counties, since 2006 John Sparks, musician Wayne Bennett, .
More notable people
- Loyd Arms (American football player and wrestler) he was born in 24/09/1919
- Treston Thomison (American mixed martial artist)
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sulphur, OK. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 206905 | Pontotoc Technology Center | Ada (OK) | 74820 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Sulphur, OK. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PVL | Pauls Valley | East Paul Ave. and South Santa Fe St. | RAIL |
| ADM | Ardmore station | 251 East Main St. | RAIL |
| PUR | Purcell | East Main St and North Santa Fe Ave. | RAIL |
| NOR | Norman | 200 South Jones Avenue | RAIL |
| GLE | Gainesville | 605 East California Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Sulphur.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Sulphur Post Office | Sulphur (OK) | 73086 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Sulphur, Louisiana suburb city of Lake Charles, located in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States with a population of 20,120 people.
Other cities in Murray County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Murray County , OK.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Davis | 2,854 | City in Oklahoma, USA |
| Dougherty | 221 | Human settlement in Murray County, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Hickory | 75 | Town in Murray County, Oklahoma, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Sulphur distances to largest Oklahoma cities