Midwest City
cityMidwest City, Oklahoma, is located in Oklahoma County and is part of the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. With a population of approximately 58,300, it is the eighth-largest city in the state. Founded in 1942, the city's origin is closely tied to the establishment of Tinker Air Force Base, which remains a major influence on the local economy and community. Midwest City's economy is heavily reliant on Tinker Air Force Base, a significant employer in Oklahoma. The city also has a growing presence in the aerospace, healthcare, retail, and technology sectors. Rose State College, located in Midwest City, provides educational opportunities and contributes to the local workforce. Midwest City is known for its pro-business environment, quality of life amenities, and community events. The city offers a range of recreational activities, including parks, golf courses, and trails. Its central location provides convenient access to the attractions and resources of the Oklahoma City metropolitan area.
Midwest City, Oklahoma
- Classification
- City
- FIPS Code
- 40-48350
- Country
- United States
- County
- Oklahoma
- Region
- Cross Timbers
- Elevation
- 1,157 ft
- Total Area
- 24.6 sq mi
- Land Area
- 24.6 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0.015 sq mi
- Latitude
- 35.4622
- Longitude
- -97.3842
- Climate
- Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and windy, snowy winters.
- Notable Features
- Low hills · Forests of blackjack oak and bur oak
- Neighboring Areas
- Oklahoma City · Del City · Nicoma Park
- Population (2020)
- 58,409
- Est. Population (2024)
- 58,297
- Median Age
- 36
- Median Income
- $57,520
- Poverty Rate
- 16.5%
- Family Households
- 58%
- Owner-Occupied
- 58.1%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The racial makeup of Midwest City includes White (56.9%), Black or African American (20.3%), Hispanic (7.7%), Multiracial (10.3%), Native American/Other (3.2%), and Asian (1.7%) residents.
- Government Type
- Council-Manager
- Governing Body
- City Council
- Body Size
- 5 members
- School District
- Mid-Del School District
- Municipal Services
- Police · Fire · Public Works · Parks & Recreation · Senior Center · Library
- Unemployment Rate
- 4.1%
- Economic Profile
- Pro-business · Service community to Tinker AFB · Technology companies
- Employment Sectors
- Health Care & Social Assistance · Retail Trade · Public Administration
- Major Employers
- Tinker Air Force Base · Midwest Regional Medical Center · Century Martial Arts
- Schools
- 32
- Students
- 14,500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- School Districts
- Mid-Del School District · Choctaw Nicoma Park School District
- Colleges & Universities
- Rose State College
- Transportation
- Interstate 40 · U.S. Highway 62 · Proximity to I-35 and I-44 · Will Rogers World Airport
- Utilities
- Municipal water · Low cost and reliable electric, gas and telecom infrastructure · Abundant water/sewer capacity
- Major Facilities
- Midwest Regional Medical Center · Reed Conference Center
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Joe B. Barnes Regional Park · Kiwanis Park · Lake Stanley Draper
- Parks & Trails
- Miles of recreational trails · Municipal golf course · Doug Hunt Softball Complex
- Founded
- 1942
- Incorporated
- 1943
- Named After
- Midwest Air Depot (original designation for Tinker Air Force Base)
- Historical Significance
- Midwest City's development is directly linked to the establishment and growth of Tinker Air Force Base, playing a significant role in the region's economy and community development.
- Key Events
- Founded by W.P. "Bill" Atkinson · Developed in response to the establishment of Tinker Air Force Base · Designated as "America's Model City" in 1951 · Suffered damage from tornadoes in 1999 and 2003