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Introduction to McAlester, Oklahoma
McAlester, Oklahoma, in Pittsburg county, is 77 miles S of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and 85 miles S of Tulsa, Oklahoma. About 17,783 people people live in McAlester.
McAlester History
The town of McAlester was named after James Jackson McAlester, who started a general store here in 1869. The settlement was originally known as Bucklucksy. However, with the opening of the general store and subsequent discovery of coal deposits in the nearby areas, the settlement developed into a town. The advent of rail lines and coal mining led to rapid growth in the town.
McAlester and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In McAlester
Local festivals such as the Bluegrass Festival, the Italian Festival and the Pittsburgh County Free Fair are local attractions. The Oklahoma Prisons' Historical Museum and the Krebs Heritage Museum have a large number of historical souvenirs on display. The Arrowhead State Park Golf Course has provisions for a quick game.
McAlester Transportation
Tulsa International is the nearest major airport.
McAlester Higher Education
Kiamichi Technology Center- McAlester and Dixon College are the local institutions of higher education. East Central University, Oral Roberts University and Tulsa Community College are also located nearby.
Mcalester strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Oklahoma):
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| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 4% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 7% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 15% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | |
Comparing Mcalester to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Oklahoma (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
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