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Duncan, Oklahoma

Introduction to Duncan, Oklahoma

Duncan, Oklahoma, in Stephens county, is 25 miles E of Lawton, Oklahoma and 71 miles S of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The city has a population of 22,505.

Duncan History

Duncan was originally a small trading post. Native American were the first to inhabit the area. William Duncan, after whom the city is named, was the first permanent settler in the area. The Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad first arrived on June 27, 1892. Duncan became the county seat of Stephens County in the early 1900s.

Duncan and nearby Attractions

  • McCasland Shopping Center
  • Chisholm Trail Heritage Center and Museum
  • Clear Creek Lake
  • Stephens County Museum
  • Prairie House Historic Site
  • Shadyoaks Lakeview Park

Things To Do In Duncan

The Chisholm Trail Heritage Center and Museum commemorates the history and heritage of the area. It also includes a Campfire Theatre. The Stephens County Museum may prove interesting to those hoping to learn more about the region’s history. The city also has several parks and recreational spots, including Wisenant Park, Mighty Mite Park, Hillcrest Park, Fuqua Park and Rotary Park. Local celebrations include the Autumn Festival, the Stephens County Free Fair, the Fall Bluegrass Festival, Summerfest, Founder's Day and the Spring Bluegrass Festival.

Duncan Transportation

Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport provides facilities for air transportation.

Duncan Higher Education

Cameron University, Midwestern State University and the University of Oklahoma provide higher education to the residents of Duncan.

High Points

Duncan strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Oklahoma):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 6%Duncan Affordability of Property Taxes
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 11%Duncan College Educated Adults
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Duncan Affordability of Rents
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 14%Duncan Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 18%Duncan Well-Paid Single Women
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)		Top 19%Duncan Walking and Biking to Work
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)		Top 19%Duncan People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Duncan, OK

Comparing Duncan to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Oklahoma (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Senior Citizens99
Age of the Population99
Female Share of the Population77
Racial Diversity79
Children Under 5 Years Old64
Male Share of the Population45
Well-Paid Single Men38
Well-Paid Single Women39

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married77
Average Household Size33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults59
People in Middle Class or Better49
People Above Poverty37
Median Family Income38

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times99
Walking and Biking to Work69
Working at Home34
Public Transportation Use27

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes103
Affordability of Rents95
Seasonal and Vacation Housing99
People Living Alone66
Housing Recently Built44
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals36

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime57
Low Property Crime32

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