Payne County, county in Oklahoma, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 81,755 inhabitants. The county was created 134 years ago in 1890. Its county seat is Stillwater.
There are 6 city/town in Payne County, OK. The largest city of Payne County is Stillwater with a population of 50,306. Other cities include, Cushing population 7,582, Perkins population 2,801, Yale population 1,215, Glencoe population 609
Located in north-central Oklahoma, Payne County contains a mix of small rural towns and larger communities anchored by the city of Stillwater. Here are some of the notable cities and towns in Payne County:
Stillwater
Stillwater is the largest city in Payne County with a population of around 50,000 residents. It is home to Oklahoma State University which has over 20,000 students. Stillwater has a vibrant downtown area with shops, restaurants, and nightlife catering to the college crowd.
Perkins is a small town located to the northeast of Stillwater along Highway 33. It has a population of around 3,500 people. Perkins is primarily a residential community with aMain Street area that has antique shops, cafes, and local businesses.
Cushing is located south of Stillwater along Highway 18 with around 7,900 residents. It sits near the Cimarron Turnpike. The economy is focused on oil and gas production. Attractions include the Payne County Museum and Cushing Youth Fishing Rodeo.
Ripley is a rural town in northern Payne County with a population of around 3,300. It hosts a number of agricultural fairs and rodeos throughout the year. The economy is based around farming and ranching.
Yale is situated along Highway 51 in western Payne County. It is a small town with around 1,000 residents. Yale’s downtown has antique shops and eateries. The South Canadian River runs near the town.
Payne County has a diverse mix of college town vibes in Stillwater combined with small town farming and oil communities, showcasing many aspects of Oklahoma life and culture.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Payne County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Cushing | Town in Oklahoma | 7,582 |
Glencoe | City in Payne County, Oklahoma, United States of America | 609 |
Perkins | City in Oklahoma, United States | 2,801 |
Ripley | City in Payne County, Oklahoma, United States of America | 414 |
Stillwater | The most populous city in Payne County, Oklahoma. | 50,306 |
Yale | City in Oklahoma, United States | 1,215 |