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Oklahoma City Oklahoma

Often abbreviated to OKC, Oklahoma City has worked hard over the years to become more than just a cow town, all without turning its back on its cowboy heritage. The town literally sprang up overnight when more than 10,000 land claimants rushed into the wilderness and staked out their piece of the pie around the Santa Fe railroad station. OKC became the capital of Oklahoma in 1910 and was catapulted into wealth in 1928 when the first gusher erupted above a vast oil field. Population: As of the 2010 census, the population of Oklahoma City was 579,999 with a metro-area population of 1,252,987 making it Oklahoma’s largest city.

Climate: OKC gets 30 inches of rain per year, and only 3 inches of snowfall.

Cost of living: Retirement lifestyles are affordable here where the cost of living in Oklahoma City is 9% less than the national average.

Housing costs: Even better, the average price of a retirement home is 27% less than the national average. The median home cost in Oklahoma City is $113,400.

Colleges and Universities: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Oklahoma State University offers courses at Epworth Villa retirement community in Oklahoma City. These classes are open to all adults in the community who want to enhance their lives through education.

Transportation:Oklahoma City has a major airport, Will Rogers World Airport, and a much smaller Wiley Post Airport. Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer has daily service to Fort Worth and the nation's rail network.

Travel and tourism: From the historic Old West in Stockyards City to the vibrant energy of Bricktown, OKC promises to be a place where culture and commerce thrive. The city has a lively warehouse entertainment district, museums with artistic treasures, and sports venues featuring something for everyone. Retirees can enjoy a botanic garden in the heart of downtown and excellent shopping.

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