About Lawton

Lawton, Oklahoma is the county seat of Comanche County, Oklahoma. It is approximately 80 miles south of Oklahoma City. The land was originally a Native American territory. But in 1891, tribal leaders met with a commission and agreed to let white settlers in for payment of $1.25 dollars per acre, and ended up receiving much less than that. The town of Lawton was settled by lottery, and opened on August 6, 1901.

The climate of Lawton is semi-arid, with great temperature variations. The mean temperature is 62 degrees Fahrenheit. The city generally receives about three feet of precipitation per year, which includes less than three inches of snow. Lawton is also located in Tornado Alley, which is an area that is more prone to tornadoes. The demographic of Lawton is evenly split between households with families and either single parent or non-family households. The racial makeup is predominantly Caucasian, with 61.34 percentage of the population. The median family income is $37,831 dollars and the per capita income is $15,397 dollars. The economy of Lawton is primarily dominated by industry, government, and retail. Fort Sill is the largest employer in the area, with over 5,000 employees. The largest employer in the private sector is the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, with around 2,400 employees. Major employers in the area also include Lawton Public Schools, Comanche County Memorial Hospital, City of Lawton, Cameron University, and Assurant Solutions. One good way to find other large businesses in the area is to use the Lawton, Oklahoma Yellow Pages, or the Lawton, Oklahoma business directory.

Lawton has several attractions that are unique to the area. For example, the annual Prince of Peace Easter Passion Play is the longest running Easter Passion play in the nation. It is held from Palm Sunday to Easter Eve in the Wichita Mountain Refuge. Lawton is also home to the International Festival, which is a showcase for music, art, and culture. The Comanche National Museum and Cultural Center is another place to visit. It is operated by the Comanche tribe and has art and exhibits related to the Comanche culture and history. The Lawton government is a municipal council-manager system. The public school system operates 35 schools, along with Cameron University as a state-operated university and college. Lawton, Oklahoma is a city with a long history and rich culture. Please take the time to visit and even stay.

Written by Lyndsey Morgan