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Owasso, OK

Owasso is a city in Rogers and Tulsa Counties in the U.S. state of Oklahoma, and the largest northern suburb of Tulsa. Originally settled in 1881 in Indian Territory, the town was incorporated in 1904 just before Oklahoma statehood, and was chartered as a city in 1972.

Owasso began as a settlement in 1881, located in the Cooweescoowee District of the Cherokee Nation in Indian Territory, near what is now 66th Street North and North 129th East Avenue. It was called Elm Creek and was named for Elm Creek, a tributary of Bird Creek. The first settler was H.T. (Tole) Richardson. In June 1893, plans began for a rail line to be extended south from Bartlesville to the cattle ranches in the vicinity of Bird Creek. At that time, already several residences, a blacksmith shop, and a general store were in the Elm Creek settlement. Preston Ballard, the owner of the general store, established a post office in the general store on February 10, 1898, and was appointed the first postmaster. The Joseph T. Barnes family moved to the settlement in 1897. Joseph and Luther Barnes bought the blacksmith shop in 1898. The first filling station was opened in 1902 by Donovan Ranta.

In 1897, Kansas, Oklahoma Central & Southwestern Railway Company acquired right-of-way about 3 miles (4.8 km) northwest of the Elm Creek settlement, dammed a natural spring to form a lake as a water supply for the rail line, and built a depot about a mile south of the lake. The depot was torn down in 1942. Late in 1898, Joseph and Luther Barnes moved their blacksmith shop to the new community. The shop became a temporary home for the Joseph Barnes family. It was the first residence officially moved to the new depot community. In 1898, many of the residents and businesses moved from the Elm Creek settlement to the new community. Preston Ballard moved his post office and general store during that time. The new community became known as Elm Creek since the post office retained its name.

Owasso is a northern suburb of Tulsa, Oklahoma, in the northeastern corner of Oklahoma known as "Green Country" for its vegetation, hills, woods, and lakes, in contrast to the drier Great Plains region of central and western Oklahoma. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 16.31 square miles (42.2 km2), 99.1% of which is land, and the remainder water. Owasso lies in Tornado Alley and has a temperate climate of the humid subtropical variety (Köppen Cfa) with a yearly average temperature of 60 °F (16 °C) and average precipitation of 39.5 inches (1,000 mm).

Owasso, OK offers a variety of spas, gyms, and health and wellness activities that cater to the health and fitness needs of its residents. Bella Vita Spa and Salon provides a serene environment with massages, facials, and holistic therapies designed for relaxation and rejuvenation. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs for members to achieve their fitness goals. The Yoga Room hosts yoga and Pilates classes focusing on core strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Owasso Fitness Sanctuary features high-intensity interval training programs and group fitness classes that boost overall fitness and promote weight loss. Owasso Family Chiropractic focuses on spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness with a range of chiropractic services. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free environment with a wide array of exercise equipment and group fitness classes. These diverse facilities and activities make Owasso a hub for wellness and active living, enriching the lives of its residents.

Top sites in Owasso, OK are AIRTOPIA Adventure Park, Bailey Ranch Golf Course, and Owasso Christmas Tree & Berry Farm.

Population: 41,162 (2023). ZIP codes: 74021, 74055. Area code: 918. Elevation: 709 ft (216 m). Area: 17.02 sq mi (44.07 km2).

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Is Owasso, OK a good place to live?

It was also recently named one of the top ten safest cities in the U.S. by Best Places and also ranks as one of the most affordable places to live in Oklahoma according to BestPlaces.com. On top of that, Owasso is known for being particularly family-friendly with excellent schools and plenty of recreational activities for kids and adults alike. With its low crime rates and high quality of life, Owasso is a great place to settle down for families looking for a tight-knit community with lots to do.

What is the poverty rate in Owasso, OK?

In 2022, the median household income of Owasso households was $79,183. Owasso households made slightly more than Teresita households ($78,750) and Wardville households ($78,640). However, 5.7% of Owasso families live in poverty.

What are the demographics of Owasso, OK?

Owasso, OK is home to a population of 37.6k people, of which 97.6% are citizens. As of 2021, 4.21% of Owasso, OK residents were born outside of the country (1.58k people). In 2021, there were 8.04 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (26.6k people) in Owasso, OK than any other race or ethnicity.

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Wikipedia

City of Owasso

Sofia Health

Capital Homes

NY demographics by Cubit

Elm Creek Park, Rayola Park

Owasso Christmas Tree & Berry Farm

Bailey Ranch Golf Course

Owasso Historical Museum

Bella Vita Spa and Salon

Anytime Fitness

The Yoga Room

Owasso Fitness Sanctuary

Owasso Family Chiropractic

Planet Fitness

AIRTOPIA Adventure Park

Bailey Ranch Golf Course

Owasso Christmas Tree & Berry Farm

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