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Enid, OK

Enid is the ninth-largest city in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. It is the county seat of Garfield County. As of the 2020 census, the population was 51,308. Enid was founded during the opening of the Cherokee Outlet in the Land Run of 1893 and is named after Enid, a character in Alfred, Lord Tennyson's Idylls of the King. In 1991, the Oklahoma state legislature designated Enid the "purple martin capital of Oklahoma." Enid holds the nickname of "Queen Wheat City" and "Wheat Capital" of Oklahoma and the United States for its immense grain storage capacity and has the third-largest grain storage capacity in the world.

Before the Land Run of 1893, the land where present-day Enid, Oklahoma sits was part of O County in the Cherokee Outlet and was occupied by the Cherokee people following the Treaty of New Echota and the Cherokee Trail of Tears. Historically, the area was a hunting ground for the Wichita, Osage, and Kiowa tribes. The Chisholm Trail, stagecoach lines, mail routes, and railroads passed through stations in the town which was then known as Skeleton. In the summer of 1889, M.A. Low, a Rock Island official, visited the local railroad station then under construction, and inquired about its name. Disliking the original name, he renamed the station Enid, after a character in Alfred Lord Tennyson's Idylls of the King. However, a more fanciful story of how the town received its name is popular. According to that tale, in the days following the land run, some enterprising settlers decided to set up a chuckwagon and cook for their fellow pioneers, hanging a sign that read "DINE".Some other, more free-spirited settlers, turned that sign backward to read, of course, "ENID". The name stuck.

Located in Northwestern Oklahoma, Enid sits at the eastern edge of the Great Plains. It is located 70 miles (110 km) north of Oklahoma City. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 74.1 square miles (192 km2), of which 74.0 square miles (192 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km2) (0.12%) is water. 

Enid, OK offers a variety of spas, gyms, and health and wellness activities that cater to the health and fitness needs of its residents. Beyond Beauty provides a serene environment with a wide range of treatments including massages, facials, and body wraps. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs to help residents achieve their fitness goals. Enid Gym offers classes for all levels, focusing on strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Enid Chiropractic and Wellness Center specializes in spinal health and pain relief, offering personalized chiropractic care. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free environment with a variety of exercise equipment and group fitness classes. Meadowlake Park offers outdoor activities, walking trails, and community sports programs, encouraging an active lifestyle. These diverse facilities and activities make Enid a hub for wellness and active living, enriching the lives of its residents.

Top sites in Enid, OK are Leonardo's Children's Museum & Adventure Quest, Meadowlake Park, David Allen Memorial Ballpark, and Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center.

Population: 50,577 (2023). ZIP codes: 73701, 73703. Area code: 580. Elevation: 1,250 ft (380 m). Area: 74.02 sq mi (191.71 km2).

FAQs

Why is Enid, OK famous?

Enid was founded during the opening of the Cherokee Outlet in the Land Run of 1893 and is named after Enid, a character in Alfred, Lord Tennyson's Idylls of the King. In 1991, the Oklahoma state legislature designated Enid the "purple martin capital of Oklahoma." Enid holds the nickname of "Queen Wheat City" and "Wheat Capital" of Oklahoma and the United States for its immense grain storage capacity and has the third-largest grain storage capacity in the world.

What is the crime rate in Enid, OK?

With a crime rate of 32 per one thousand residents, Enid has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 31. Within Oklahoma, more than 88% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Enid.

What is the poverty rate in Enid, OK?

15% of the population for whom poverty status is determined in Enid, OK (7.39k out of 49.3k people) live below the poverty line, a number that is higher than the national average of 12.6%. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Enid, OK are White (Non-Hispanic) (69.1%), White (Hispanic) (6.76%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (5.42%), Other (Hispanic) (4.7%), and Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander (Non-Hispanic) (4.47%).

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Wikipedia

City of Fairview

Data USA

Neighborhood Scout

Beyond Beauty 

Anytime Fitness

Enid Gym

Enid Chiropractic and Wellness Center

Planet Fitness

Meadowlake Park

Leonardo's Children's Museum & Adventure Quest

Meadowlake Park

David Allen Memorial Ballpark

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center

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