Oklahoma

Woods

8,624
2020 population
1900
first census record
13
census records

About Woods

Woods, Oklahoma, first appears in the United States federal census in 1900, when it recorded a population of 34,975. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 8,624.

Its recorded population peaked at 34,975 in 1900, and has since declined by roughly 75 percent.

On the ground today, one documented military engagement has been recorded within the county, among them Cavalry Fight on the Cimarron 1868, and 16 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
20208,624
20108,878
20009,089
19909,103
198010,923
197011,920
196011,932
195014,526
194014,915
193017,005
192015,939
191017,567
190034,975
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Woods

Military engagements that took place in Woods, Oklahoma.

Cavalry Fight on the Cimarron 1868
1868

Historic places in Woods

National Register of Historic Places listings in Woods, Oklahoma.

Hotel Bell
Alva
Waynoka Sante Fe Depot and Harvey House
Waynoka
Central National Bank
Alva
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Frequently asked about Woods

When does Woods first appear in the US census?
Woods, Oklahoma first appears in the federal census in 1900, with a recorded population of 34,975.
What is the population of Woods?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Woods had a recorded population of 8,624.
When did Woods's population peak?
Woods's recorded population peaked at 34,975 in 1900.
Were any battles fought in Woods?
1 documented military engagement took place in Woods, including Cavalry Fight on the Cimarron 1868.
How many historic places are in Woods?
16 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Woods, Oklahoma.
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