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Claremore is a city and the county seat of Rogers County in Green Country, northeastern Oklahoma, United States. The population was 19,580 at the 2020 census, a 5.4 percent increase over the figure of 18,581 recorded in 2010.Located in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. It is home to Rogers State University and is part of the Tulsa Metropolitan Area. This area was part of the territory of the Osage, but they were forced out under a treaty with the United States. During the Indian Removal period and until statehood, this area was a reserve of the Cherokee Nation, which had been removed from its territory in the Southeast United States. This was within what was known as the Cherokees' Cooweescoowee District.

Around 1802, bands of Osage Indians settled in this area of what is now northeastern Oklahoma. Black Dog was the chief of a band that settled at Pasona, where Claremore later developed. He shared power with chiefs Clermont (aka Claremore), and Pawhuska. Clermont, named by French traders, settled with his band in a village known as Pasuga, meaning "Big Cedar", which was located on an ancient platform earthwork mound in this area. The Osage village of Pasuga was destroyed by Cherokee in June 1817, during the Battle of Claremore Mound, also known as the Battle of the Strawberry Moon. These Western Cherokee had moved into the region from the southeastern United States and were perpetually competing with the Osage, who looked down on them. At the time of the attack, most of the men were out of the villages to hunt bison on the plains. The Cherokee killed the men in the village, and took more than 100 women and children captive, selling them to eastern Cherokee. Accounts differ as to whether Chief Clermont was killed in the raid.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 12.3 square miles (32 km2), of which 12.0 square miles (31 km2) is land and 0.2 square miles (0.52 km2) (1.96%) is water. The city is located in Green Country, a popular nickname and marketing label for northeast Oklahoma that stems from the region's green vegetation and relatively high number of hills and lakes, compared to central and western areas of Oklahoma. Claremore lies near the Verdigris River with undulating terrain producing hills and valleys. The town's primary water sources are the Claremore and Oologah lakes, both within the drainage basin of the Verdigris River. 

Claremore, OK boasts several establishments dedicated to promoting health and wellness among its residents. A New Image offers a range of spa services, including massages, facials, and body treatments, aimed at rejuvenating the body and mind. Claremore Recreation Center provides access to fitness equipment, indoor swimming pools, and group exercise classes to support individuals in their fitness journeys. ETHOS Yoga hosts yoga and meditation sessions, focusing on promoting flexibility, strength, and mental well-being. Additionally, Claremore Chiropractic & Rehab specializes in chiropractic care, addressing issues related to spinal health, pain management, and overall wellness. Claremore Lake Park offers outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, biking, and fishing, providing opportunities for residents to stay active and enjoy nature. The Claremore Community Center organizes wellness workshops, fitness challenges, and educational events to empower individuals to make healthier lifestyle choices. These diverse offerings make Claremore a vibrant community committed to the well-being of its inhabitants.

Top sites in Claremore, OK are Will Rogers Memorial Museum, J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum, and Claremore Lake Park.

Population: 20,385 (2023). ZIP codes: 74017, 74018, 74019. Area codes: 539, 918. Elevation: 610 ft (190 m). Area: 15.26 sq mi (39.53 km2).

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What is Claremore, OK famous for?

The area is probably best known as the home of Will Rogers. Claremore's Will Rogers Memorial Museum displays photographs and Rogers's original manuscripts, private letters, and personal papers. The twenty-acre grounds were purchased by the humorist in 1911 for a retirement site and were donated to the city by his widow after he died in 1935. The U.S. Census reported a population of 19,580 in April 2020.

What are the demographics of Claremore, OK?

In 2021, there were 3.78 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (12.4k people) in Claremore, OK than any other race or ethnicity. There were 3.28k American Indian & Alaska Native (Non-Hispanic) and 1.82k Two+ (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Claremore, OK are White (Non-Hispanic) (64.6%), American Indian & Alaska Native (Non-Hispanic) (17.1%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (9.48%), White (Hispanic) (2.53%), and Two+ (Hispanic) (1.94%).

What is the crime rate in Claremore, OK?

The crime rate in Claremore is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 24 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Claremore is 1 in 41. Based on FBI crime data, Claremore is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Oklahoma, Claremore has a crime rate that is higher than 76% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

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City of Claremore

OK History

Data USA

Neighborhood Scout

A New Image

Claremore Recreation Center

ETHOS Yoga

Claremore Chiropractic & Rehab

Claremore Lake Park

Claremore Community Center

Will Rogers Memorial Museum

J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum

Claremore Lake Park

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