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Yukon, OK

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Czech out small-town Americana in Central Oklahoma

Suburban Peaceful Family-Friendly Historic Riverside Cultured

Located about 17 miles west of Oklahoma City, Yukon offers residents a tranquil small-town atmosphere and a rich history. The city is best known for its vibrant annual Oklahoma Czech Festival, in addition to being country music superstar Garth Brooks’ hometown. Yukon’s Czech roots are also on display year-round at the Yukon Historical Museum.

Route 66 runs through the city’s center, lined with a bevy of antique shops, independent boutiques, and assorted eateries. National retailers are largely clustered on either side of I-40, which runs through the southern portion of Yukon. Recreational opportunities abound, with convenient access to Chisholm Trail Park, Route 66 Park, Lake Overholser Park, and the North Canadian River.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Yukon, OK is $677 for a studio, $972 for one bedroom, $1,193 for two bedrooms, and $1,518 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Yukon has increased by 2.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$972/month
664 Sq Ft
House
$2,442/month
1,611 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,439/month
1,260 Sq Ft
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Transportation

35

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

37

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Ranchwood Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-3

439 Students

10
out of 10

Parkland Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-3

338 Students

9
out of 10

Skyview Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-3

462 Students

8
out of 10

Lakeview Elementary School

Public

Grades 4-6

602 Students

7
out of 10

Stone Ridge Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-4

594 Students

7
out of 10

Yukon Ms

Public

Grades 7-8

1,407 Students

7
out of 10

Mustang North Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

724 Students

7
out of 10

Yukon High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,833 Students

8
out of 10

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Living in Yukon

History

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Yukon has historical roots from pioneer days, when it was named to honor the Alaska gold rush region. The famous Chisholm Trail passed through Yukon property and is honored with a park in its name. A major founding industry is the still thriving Yukon’s Best Flour Mill. Historic Route 66 is a main street through town, with many notable places of historic interest. The town was settled in 1891 along a railroad route. There are 22 churches in Yukon and a community center.

Residents enjoy viewing historical train cars at Yukon’s Best Railroad Museum, and tractors and other antique farm equipment at the Yukon Farm Museum. For more local history, visit the Yukon Historical Society Museum and Art Center, located in the original Yukon schoolhouse. Popular Yukon festivals include the Oklahoma Czech Festival, Freedom Fest, and Christmas in the Park. Yukon is conveniently near to major hospital and medical care centers. A major boulevard is named after country singer Garth Brooks, one of the most famous celebrities from Yukon, OK.

Restaurants

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Residents and visitors enjoy a wide variety of dining experiences in Yukon, OK. There are popular major fast food establishments, like Burger King, McDonald’s, Wendy’s, KFC and Sonic Drive-In, and everyone’s local favorite dairy store and restaurant, Braum’s. For ethnic dishes, dine at Alfredo’s Mexican Café, Primo’s D’Italia or Johnny Carinos Country Italian restaurants. Local Yukon favorites are Hensley’s Top Shelf Grill, featuring seafood and steak specialties, and Bad Brad’s Bar-B-Que. Interurban Café serves many classic grilled dishes featuring pasta, chicken, seafood, and steak combinations. There are 82 restaurants in Yukon, OK, with tasty meals for everyone.

Shopping

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Downtown Yukon has everything a small town should have in the way of quaint shops plus modern conveniences including popular fast food restaurants. Shop at your favorite large stores like Kohl’s, Lowe’s, WalMart, and Target, or opt for small strip mall businesses or unique specialty stores, antique shops and outlet stores. It is an excellent location for doing business with low costs. Yukon was recently honored to receive the designation of “best affordable suburb in Oklahoma, 2009” by Business Week magazine.

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