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Encyclopedia > Midwest City, Oklahoma

Midwest City is a city in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, United States. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 55,161 and is the seventh largest city in the state. Oklahoma County is a county located in the state of Oklahoma. ... Official language(s) None Capital Oklahoma City Largest city Oklahoma City Area  Ranked 20th  - Total 69,960 sq mi (181,196 km²)  - Width 230 miles (370 km)  - Length 298 miles (480 km)  - % water 1. ... 2000 US Census logo The Twenty-Second United States Census, known as Census 2000 and conducted by the Census Bureau, determined the resident population of the United States on April 1, 2000, to be 281,421,906, an increase of 13. ...


Midwest City is a city of 25 square miles whose southern border is Tinker Air Force Base and is part of the Oklahoma City "OKC Metro" Metropolitan Statistical Area. A water tower on the north side of Tinker Air Force Base Tinker Air Force Base — Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center (OC-ALC)— is a major U.S. Air Force military base located near Oklahoma City, in the suburb of Midwest City, Oklahoma. ... The Oklahoma City Metropolitan Area is a large urban region located in the central part of the state of Oklahoma. ...

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History

Midwest City was founded by W.P. Atkinson in 1941 when he heard speculation that an air field was going to be built in the area. Atkinson, along with others, initially planned Midwest City as a one-square-mile development. The air field, when built, was called the "Midwest Air Depot" and was later renamed in honor of Major General Clarence Tinker of Pawhuska, Okla. General Tinker lost his life while leading a flight of LB-30 "Liberators" on a long-range strike against Japanese forces on Wake Island during the early months of World War II. For the movie, see 1941 (film). ... Insignia of a United States Air Force Major General German Generalmajor Insignia Major General is a military rank used in many countries. ... Combatants Allied powers: China France Great Britain Soviet Union United States and others Axis powers: Germany Italy Japan and others Commanders Chiang Kai-shek Charles de Gaulle Winston Churchill Joseph Stalin Franklin Roosevelt Adolf Hitler Benito Mussolini Hideki Tōjō Casualties Military dead: 17,000,000 Civilian dead: 33,000...


The economy of Midwest City prospered and continued to surge until the early 1980s when the oil bust of 1983 occurred. The bust was a severe economic blow to not only the greater OKC metro area, but to also the twin cities of Midwest City and Del City. From 1983, Midwest City's nominal price for real estate stagnated for over a decade.


In many ways, the city remains relatively unchanged over the last twenty years. Air Depot Blvd spanning from Tinker Air Force Base to Heritage Park Mall still serves as the major commercial district of the city. Of course, many businesses have come and gone, but there are a few that have stood the test of time. Andy's Akropolis, a Greek restaurant started by Larry Hicks, has served many thousands of hungry airmen through the last thirty years. The restaurant, like its city, remains almost the same as it was when it first opened its doors in the 1970s. About.com notes that many state and national organizations find Midwest City to be an ideal site for conferences and special events because of the location and the amenities, although a specific list of those organizations remains lacking. However, Rose State College does have a new performing Arts Theater with an outdoor amphitheater in Rose State College's Communications Center. The area also features the Oklahoma Welcome Center, Senior Center, Water Park, and nature and recreational trails. Rose State College is a community college located in Midwest City, Oklahoma. ...


Midwest City's monolithic economic base of Federal tax dollars via Tinker Air Force Base has helped the city weather the drastic blows to the State's mainstay oil and agricultural economy. Tinker is a major area employer. The General Motors Oklahoma City Assembly plant was another major employer from its opening in 1979 until its closure in February 2006. GM closed the plant as part as a cost-savings measure. A water tower on the north side of Tinker Air Force Base Tinker Air Force Base — Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center (OC-ALC)— is a major U.S. Air Force military base located near Oklahoma City, in the suburb of Midwest City, Oklahoma. ... General Motors Corporation (NYSE: GM), also known as GM, is an American automobile maker with worldwide operations and brands including Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Holden, Hummer, Opel, Pontiac, Saturn, Saab and Vauxhall. ... Oklahoma City Assembly is a General Motors automobile factory in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. ... Also: 1979 by Smashing Pumpkins. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ...


Over the past few years, there has been a large amount of development in Midwest City along I-40. The Reed Center, a 60,000 square foot convention center, was built in 2003. Because of this, several hotels have been built in the area, including a $15 million Sheraton hotel that is attached to the convention center. Also, many big box stores, such as Lowe's, Home Depot, Target, Kohl's, Marshalls and Best Buy have been built along I-40. Some of these stores are a part of the new Town Center Plaza development along SE 29th Street facing I-40, which replaced the aging, largely deserted Atkinson Plaza shopping center as well as several other developments, most of which are situated on the city's west edge. Year 2003 (MMIII) was a common year starting on Wednesday (link displays 2003 calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... sheraton is a late 18th century neoclassical English furniture style, in vogue ca 1785 - 1800, that was named afterwards (by 19th century collectors and dealers) to credit furniture designer Thomas Sheraton, whose books of engraved designs capture this style. ... “Lowes” redirects here. ... The Home Depot (NYSE: HD) is an American retailer of home improvement and construction products. ... This article is about the United States retail company. ... Kohls Corporation (NYSE: KSS) is a department store chain headquartered in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, a suburb of Milwaukee. ... Marshalls, Inc. ... ...


Throughout the year, Midwest City is host to many unique special events such as: Star Spangle Salute in July, Global Oklahoma - A Festival of Cultures in October, and Holiday Lights Spectacular in November and December.


Midwest City was formerly a Certified City and has successfully transitioned to a Century Community.


In 2006, Midwest City obtained the prestigious ISO Class 1 from the Insurance Services Office.[1] For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ...


Education

Mid-Del Technology Center is located in Midwest City An editor has expressed a concern that the subject of the article does not satisfy the notability guideline or one of the following guidelines for inclusion on Wikipedia: Biographies, Books, Companies, Fiction, Music, Neologisms, Numbers, Web content, or several proposals for new guidelines. ...


Rose State College (formerly Oscar Rose Jr. College) is Located in Midwest City Rose State College is a community college located in Midwest City, Oklahoma. ...


Geography

Location of Midwest City, Oklahoma

Midwest City is located at 35°27′44″N, 97°23′3″W (35.462244, -97.384292).GR1 Image File history File links Adapted from Wikipedias OK county maps by Seth Ilys. ...


According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 63.7 km² (24.6 mi²), all land. The United States Census Bureau (officially Bureau of the Census as defined in Title ) is a part of the United States Department of Commerce. ... A square metre (US spelling: square meter) is by definition the area enclosed by a square with sides each 1 metre long. ... A square mile is an English unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (≈1,609 m) in length. ...


Demographics

As of the censusGR2 of 2000, there were 54,088 people, 22,161 households, and 14,759 families residing in the city. The population density was 849.3/km² (2,199.3/mi²). There were 23,853 housing units at an average density of 374.5/km² (969.9/mi²). The racial makeup of the city was 69.46% White, 19.55% African American, 3.49% Native American, 1.65% Asian, 0.12% Pacific Islander, 1.54% from other races, and 4.19% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.05% of the population. 1870 US Census for New York City A census is the process of obtaining information about every member of a population (not necessarily a human population). ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...


There were 22,161 households out of which 31.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 16.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.4% were non-families. 28.6% of all households were made up of individuals and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.97. For the record label, see Marriage Records. ...


In the city the population was spread out with 26.5% under the age of 18, 10.7% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 91.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.0 males.


The median income for a household in the city was $35,027, and the median income for a family was $40,604. Males had a median income of $31,276 versus $22,543 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,220. About 11.2% of families and 13.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.1% of those under age 18 and 7.4% of those age 65 or over. The per capita income for a group of people may be defined as their total personal income, divided by the total population. ... Map of countries showing percentage of population who have an income below the national poverty line The poverty line is the level of income below which one cannot afford to purchase all the resources one requires to live. ...


Trivia

  • Midwest City is the site of the first Sam's Club location; the store opened in April 1983.
  • The first McDonald's with a 2-window drive thru was in Midwest City.

Sams Club is a membership-only warehouse club owned and operated by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. ... Year 1983 (MCMLXXXIII) was a common year starting on Saturday (link displays the 1983 Gregorian calendar). ... McDonalds Corporation (NYSE: MCD) is the worlds largest chain of fast-food restaurants, primarily selling hamburgers, chicken, french fries, milkshakes and soft drinks. ... A drive-through refers to a type of restaurant or part of a restaurant that serves customers in their vehicles. ...

Points of interest

Midwest City Hall Arboretum (5 acres) is an arboretum located at 100 North Midwest Boulevard, Midwest City, Oklahoma. ... A water tower on the north side of Tinker Air Force Base Tinker Air Force Base — Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center (OC-ALC)— is a major U.S. Air Force military base located near Oklahoma City, in the suburb of Midwest City, Oklahoma. ...

External links

  • Official City Website
  • Maps and aerial photos for 35°27′44″N 97°23′04″W / 35.462244, -97.384292Coordinates: 35°27′44″N 97°23′04″W / 35.462244, -97.384292
  • Midwest City Guide

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Midwest City, Oklahoma - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (652 words)
As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 54,088 and is the seventh largest city in the state..
Midwest City is a city of 25 square miles whose southern border is Tinker Air Force Base and is part of the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Statistical Area.
In the city the population was spread out with 26.5% under the age of 18, 10.7% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older.
Midwest City, Oklahoma - definition of Midwest City, Oklahoma in Encyclopedia (624 words)
Midwest City is a major city located in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma.
As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 54,088.
Midwest City is a city of 25 square miles whose southern border is Tinker Air Force Base and is the seventh largest city in the state.
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