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Guymon, OK

Guymon is a city and county seat of Texas County, in the panhandle of Oklahoma, United States. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 12,965, an increase of 13.3% from 11,442 in 2010, and represents more than half of the population of the county, along with being the largest city in the Oklahoma Panhandle. Cattle feedlots, corporate pork farms, and natural gas production dominate its economy, with wind energy production and transmission recently diversifying landowners' farms. Guymon was the only town or city in Oklahoma in 2010 and 2020 in which the majority of the population was Hispanic.

In the 1890s, Edward T. "E.T." Guymon, president of the Inter-State Land and Town Company, purchased a section of land west of the Beaver River, also known as the North Canadian River. The site grew very rapidly after the Chicago, Rock Island, and Pacific Railway (Rock Island) built a line from Liberal, Kansas, to Texhoma, Texas, in 1901. A community, first named Sanford by the U.S. Post Office Department, was situated along the line. It was renamed Guymon a month later by postal officials to avoid confusion with the town of Stratford, Texas, which was further down the line. Guymon was incorporated in 1901. The town plan was filed in Beaver County, Oklahoma Territory, in 1904.

Located on the High Plains of the central Oklahoma Panhandle, Guymon sits 122 miles (196 km) north of Amarillo, Texas, and 120 miles (193 km) west-northwest of Woodward. Optima National Wildlife Refuge, Optima Lake, and the state-run Optima Wildlife Management Area lie roughly 16 miles (26 km) to the east along the North Canadian River. Guymon sits at an elevation of 3,124 feet (952 m). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.3 square miles (18.9 km2), of which 7.3 square miles (18.9 km2) are land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km2) (0.27%) is covered by water.

Guymon, OK, offers a range of options for spas, gyms, and health and wellness activities tailored to the needs of its residents. Sole'renity Spa provides a serene atmosphere for massages, facials, and body treatments, allowing guests to unwind and de-stress. Anytime Fitness and Planet Fitness boasts a fully equipped gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and group fitness classes led by certified instructors, catering to individuals of all fitness levels. 405 Yoga OKC  offers a variety of yoga classes, including Hatha, vinyasa, and restorative yoga, promoting balance, flexibility, and mindfulness. Harmony Chiropractic Clinic specializes in spinal adjustments, corrective exercises, and nutritional counseling to enhance overall health and well-being. Additionally, the Guymon Community Enrichment Foundation organizes wellness workshops, fitness challenges, and recreational programs such as swimming, basketball, and hiking, fostering a sense of community and encouraging an active lifestyle among residents. These diverse offerings make Guymon a hub for wellness and healthy living, enriching the lives of its community members.

The top sites in Guymon, OK are Sunset Hills Golf Course, Thompson Park, and Corral Drive-In RV Park.

Population: 12,378 (2022). ZIP Code: 73942. Area code: 580. Elevation: 3,124 ft (952 m). Incorporated: 1901. Area: 7.76 sq mi (20.09 km2).

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What is Guymon, OK famous for?

Horse around in Guymon, the county seat of the Saddle Bronc Capital of the World, and home to the Guymon Pioneer Days Rodeo, the fifth-largest outdoor rodeo in the nation. new art at a downtown gallery, or visit the No Man's Land Museum in nearby Goodwell. Watch buffalo, elk, and longhorn cattle at the Guymon Game Preserve, or explore mixed-grass prairies at the Optima National Wildlife Refuge.

What is the race population in Guymon, OK?

White: 49.06% Other race: 22.82% Two or more races: 15.11% Black or African American: 9.23%. The average household income in Guymon is $62,682 with a poverty rate of 23.08%. The median age in Guymon is 30.8 years: 29.7 years for males, and 34 years for females.

How did Guymon, OK get its name?

In 1901 the U.S. Post Office Department designated a Sanford post office, which was renamed Guymon less than a month later. The new name honored Edward T. Guymon, president of the townsite company. In 1904 the plat was filed in Beaver County, Oklahoma Territory. Most of the businesses from nearby Hardesty relocated to the new railroad town, including Richard B. Quinn and his Hardesty Herald, which became the Guymon Herald.

Sources

Guymon, Oklahoma - Wikipedia

City of Guymon

Travel OK

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Oklahoma Historical Society

World Population Review

 Sole'renity Spa

Anytime Fitness

Planet Fitness

405 Yoga OKC

Harmony Chiropractic

Guymon Community Enrichment Foundation

Sunset Hills Golf Course

Thompson Park

Corral Drive-In RV Park
 

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