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Ponca City, OK

Ponca City is a city in Kay County in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. The city was named after the Ponca tribe. Ponca City had a population of 24,424 in the 2020 census,  down from 25,387 at the time of the 2010 census.

Ponca City was created in 1893 as "New Ponca" after the United States opened the Cherokee Outlet for European-American settlement during the Cherokee Strip land run, the largest land run in United States history. The site for Ponca City was selected for its proximity to the Arkansas River, a railway, and the presence of a freshwater spring near the river at what is modern 13th Street and South Avenue in Ponca City. The city was laid out by Burton Barnes, who drew up the first survey of the city and sold certificates for the lots he had surveyed. After the drawing for lots in the city was completed, Barnes was elected the city's first mayor.

Another city, Cross, vied with Ponca City to become the leading city in the area. After the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway opened a station in Cross, people thought it would not open another in Ponca City because of the two cities' proximity. New Ponca boosters eventually secured a station after offering the Santa Fe station agent two town lots and the free relocation of his house from Cross.

Ponca City is located in southeastern Kay County northwest of the Arkansas River. The city sits on roughly 47.6 km2 (18.4 sq mi) of land, and also has about 3.2 km2 (1.2 sq mi) of water, for a total area of 50.8 km2 (19.6 sq mi). The city is in north-central Oklahoma, around 21 mi (34 km) south of the Kansas border, and approximately 15 mi (24 km) east of Interstate 35. The city is near the Arkansas River, the Salt Fork of the Arkansas River, Kaw Lake, and Lake Ponca, which all provide numerous recreational opportunities. 

Ponca City, OK caters to the health and wellness needs of its residents with a variety of spas, gyms, and wellness activities. Bliss Medical Spa offers a range of spa treatments including massages, facials, and body wraps aimed at relaxation and rejuvenation. Iron Works provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment, personal training services, and group fitness classes for individuals of all fitness levels. The Ponca City YMCA offers a family-friendly environment with facilities for swimming, basketball, and group exercise classes. Spa Lux offers a luxurious retreat with a variety of massage therapies, facials, and body treatments to promote relaxation and rejuvenation. Additionally, the Ponca City Parks and Recreation Department organizes outdoor fitness events, yoga in the park sessions, and recreational sports leagues throughout the year. The Absolute Balance Pilates specializes in Pilates workouts designed to improve core strength, flexibility, and posture. With these diverse options for health and wellness activities, Ponca City serves as a hub for promoting active lifestyles and enhancing the well-being of its residents.

Top sites in Ponca City, OK are E. W. Marland Mansion, Poncan Theatre Co, Pioneer Woman Museum, and Marland's Grand Home.

Population: 24,340 (2022). ZIP codes: 74601, 74604. Area code: 580. Elevation: 1,017 ft (310 m). Area: 19.61 sq mi (50.78 km2).

FAQs

What is Ponca City, OK famous for?

Ponca City's history and economy have been shaped chiefly by the ebb and flow of the petroleum industry. E. W. Marland, a Pennsylvania oilman, came to Oklahoma and founded the Marland Oil Company, which once controlled about 10% of the world's oil reserves. He founded the 101 Ranch Oil Company, located on the Miller Brothers 101 Ranch, and drilled his first successful oil well on land he leased in 1911 from the Ponca tribe of American Indians.

What is the crime rate in Ponca City, OK?

With a crime rate of 37 per one thousand residents, Ponca City 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 27. Within Oklahoma, more than 92% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Ponca City.

What are the demographics of Ponca City, OK?

The 5 largest ethnic groups in Ponca City, OK are White (Non-Hispanic) (69.4%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (8.65%), American Indian & Alaska Native (Non-Hispanic) (8.05%), Other (Hispanic) (3.54%), and White (Hispanic) (3.07%). None of the households in Ponca City, OK reported speaking a non-English language at home as their primary shared language. This does not consider the potential multi-lingual nature of households, but only the primary self-reported language spoken by all members of the household.

Sources

City of Ponca City

Neighborhood Scout

Data USA

Ponca City, Oklahoma - Wikipedia

Bliss Medical Spa

Iron Works

Spa Lux

The YMCA

Ponca City Parks and Recreation Department

Absolute Balance Pilates

E. W. Marland Mansion

Poncan Theatre Co

Pioneer Woman Museum

Marland's Grand Home

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