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Introduction to Ada, Oklahoma
Ada, Oklahoma, in Pontotoc county, is 53 miles SE of Norman, Oklahoma and 67 miles SE of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The city has a population of 15,691.
Ada History
In 1889, Jeff Reed, a native Texan, becmae the first permanent settler in the area. Other settlers soon followed. The city was named after Reed’s oldest daughter. The city was incorporated in 1901.
Ada and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Ada
Local churches include the Asbury United Methodist Church, the Ada Church of the Nazarene, the Hickory Hill Church and the Victory Temple Pentecostal Church. Glenwood Park and Wintersmith Park offer multiple facilities for recreation. The Arlington Shopping Center is very popular among local shoppers. The Lakewood Golf Course is a great place to enjoy a round.
Ada Transportation
Will Rogers World is the nearest major airport.
Ada Higher Education
East Central University is the local institution of higher education. Other nearby colleges include Rose State College, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma City University and Grayson County College.
Ada strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Oklahoma):
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| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 4% |  |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 4% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 6% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 16% | |
Comparing Ada to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Oklahoma (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
Detailed pages on related topics: Ada colleges • Ada travel • Ada mortgage and property.
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