Born with the establishment of the Santa Fe Railroad in 1887, Ardmore is situated in the rugged beauty of the Arbuckle Mountains.
Climate
Residents enjoy four seasons, with generally mild winters and warm summers.
Cultural Attractions
The city boasts the Charles B. Goddard Center, Ardmore Little Theater, and the Eliza Cruce Hall Doll Museum.
Economy
In addition to a retail-based economy, the top employer in Ardmore is Michelin North America.
Geography
Ardmore is located midway between Oklahoma City and Dallas.
Recreation
Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Lake Murray State Park, Oklahoma’s largest and oldest state park, and Ardmore Regional Park. The city hosts the world horseshoe pitching tournament.
Location Details
Weather
Average January high/low temperature (?)
51.5 ° / 28.4 °
Average July high/low temperature (?)
94.7 ° / 72.7 °
Precipitation (?)
38.2 in. /yr.
Index score for various storm types (?)
124
Cost of Living
Median home price (?)
N/A
Median household income (?)
$30778.0
Maximum state income tax (?)
6.25 %
State sales tax (?)
8 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?)
.086 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?)
3
Number of private golf courses within the county (?)
1
Number of sports teams within the county (?)
0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?)
1
Number of libraries within the county (?)
5
Number of museums within the county (?)
6
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?)
0
Population & Demographics
Total population (?)
24,280
Population density (?)
319 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?)
24.7% growth
Population over 55 (?)
7,042 people
Education (?)
18 % have a college degree
Health
Number of hospitals within the county (?)
5
Number of clinics within the county (?)
33
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?)
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