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Sapulpa, OK

Sapulpa is a city in Creek and Tulsa counties in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. The population was 21,929 at the time of the 2020 census, compared with 20,544 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Creek County. 

The town was named after the area's first permanent settler, a full-blood Lower Creek Indian named Sapulpa, from the Kasihta or Cusseta band, from Osocheetown in Alabama. About 1850, he established a trading post near the meeting of Polecat and Rock Creeks (about one mile (1.6 km) southeast of downtown Sapulpa). When the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad (which became the Frisco) built a spur to this area in 1886, it was known as Sapulpa Station. The Sapulpa post office was chartered on July 1, 1889, and the town was incorporated on March 31, 1898.

After Oklahoma became a state, each county held an election to determine the location of the county seat. Sapulpa competed with Bristow to be the county seat of Creek County. After five years of contested elections and court suits, the issue was settled by the Oklahoma Supreme Court on August 1, 1913. Sapulpa was ruled the winner. The county courthouse was completed in 1914, replacing an earlier structure built in 1902. When Sapulpa was founded, the main crop of the area was walnuts. In 1898, the Sapulpa Pressed Brick was established, followed in a few years by the Sapulpa Brick Company. This began the clay products industry. Sapulpa is the former home of Frankoma Pottery, which is now located south of Glenpool. The founding of Premium Glass Company in 1912 marked Sapulpa's entry into glass manufacturing. Premium Glass was acquired by Liberty Glass Company in 1918. The plant, after many changes to the facilities and in ownership, in 2019 makes beer bottles under the Ardagh Group.

Sapulpa is located in the northeast corner of Creek County. A small portion of the city that extends north into Tulsa County was annexed into Sapulpa in 2004. Downtown Tulsa is 14 miles (23 km) to the northeast via Interstate 44. The Creek Turnpike (State Highway 364) branches east from I-44 in northeastern Sapulpa and provides a southern and eastern bypass of Tulsa. 

In January 2018, the Sapulpa City Council voted to approve the annexation of approximately 300 acres of land in West Tulsa. The land is bordered to the north by 51st Street, to the south by Southwest Blvd, and the west by 65th West Avenue. Originally, this annexation included the future site of the interchange of the Gilcrease Expressway and I-44. However, the city has now planned to de-annex this area back to the city of Tulsa. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Sapulpa has a total area of 25.1 square miles (65.1 km2), of which 24.3 square miles (63.0 km2) is land and 0.81 square miles (2.1 km2), or 3.21%, is water.

Sapulpa, OK provides an array of options for individuals seeking to prioritize their health and wellness. Tranquil Moments Wellness Spa offers a range of spa services, including massages, facials, and body treatments, providing a serene environment for relaxation and rejuvenation. Snap Fitness and Anytime Fitness provides a convenient and accessible gym experience, with 24/7 access to equipment and personalized workout plans tailored to individual fitness goals. Yoga & Mat Pilates hosts a variety of yoga classes, focusing on mindfulness, flexibility, and stress reduction techniques to promote overall well-being. Sapulpa Chiropractic Center specializes in chiropractic care aimed at improving spinal health, relieving pain, and enhancing overall wellness. Additionally, Sapulpa Parks and Recreation organizes community fitness events, sports leagues, and outdoor activities, encouraging residents to lead active and healthy lifestyles. With these diverse offerings, Sapulpa fosters a supportive environment for individuals to prioritize their wellness goals and enhance their quality of life.

Top sites in Sapulpa, OK are Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum, Sapulpa Historical Museum, Kelly Lane Park, and Waite Phillips-Barnsdall Filling Station Museum.

Population: 23,297 (2024). ZIP codes: 74066, 74067. Area codes: 539, 918. Elevation: 719 ft (219 m). Area: 24.27 sq mi (62.87 km2).

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What is Sapulpa, OK known for?

Billed as the "Heart of Historic Route 66," Sapulpa hosts visitors from across the globe. Oklahoma's bustling downtown area draws in plenty of travelers seeking out Mother Road adventures. Sapulpa's history is steeped in a lively mix of Native American soul – the town is named after Chief Sapulpa, a Lower Creek Indian from Alabama – and the early days of oil. While exploring Sapulpa, see 1920s automobiles inside the 1922 Waite Phillips Filling Station Museum, located just one block off Route 66.

What are the demographics of Sapulpa, OK?

White: 75.29% Native American: 11.45% Two or more races: 7.68%. The average household income in Sapulpa is $76,332 with a poverty rate of 12.25%. The median age in Sapulpa is 40.1 years: 37.7 years for males, and 42.6 years for females.

What is the median household income in Sapulpa, OK?

In 2022, the median household income of Sapulpa households was $62,168. Sapulpa households made slightly more than Leach households ($61,667) and Hillsdale households ($61,607). However, 10.4% of Sapulpa families live in poverty.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Sapulpa

Tranquil Moments Wellness Spa

Snap Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Yoga & Mat Pilates

Sapulpa Chiropractic

Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum

Sapulpa Historical Museum,

Kelly Lane Park

Waite Phillips-Barnsdall Filling Station Museum

OK Demographics by Cubit

World Population Review
 

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