Explore Ada, Oklahoma, with this interactive street and satellite map.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Ada, Oklahoma. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Oklahoma or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Ada.
Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
| City | Ada |
| State | Oklahoma (OK) |
| County | Pontotoc County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 34.766286 |
| Longitude | -96.666802 |
| Population | 16,481 |
| Density | 315.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 74820, 74821 |
| Area Code | 918 |
| County Seat | Ada |
| School District | Ada Public Schools |
Ada anchors itself upon a landscape defined by the persistent flow of Little Sandy Creek, which carves a quiet path through the surrounding plains. It lies 40.7 miles south-southeast of Shawnee, OK (from Shawnee, OK: bearing 160°T), and is situated 31.1 miles south of Seminole. The horizon stretches wide, marked by the occasional rise of distant landforms like Chimney Hill, which breaks the steady line of the prairie sky. Sunlight here possesses a particular clarity, often turning the earth a deep, resonant shade of ochre as the afternoon wanes. Travelers passing through find the earth firm underfoot, characterized by the persistent, iron-rich soil that defines much of the region. Residents often find solace in the nearby expanse of Glenwood Park, a space that offers a brief respite of greenery amidst the expansive, open woodland. Ada remains an essential presence in this landlocked expanse, where the wind carries the dry, honest scent of sun-warmed grass.
Ada emerged from the transformation of the former Indian Territory, evolving from a modest frontier settlement into a hub for regional enterprise. The economy has long drawn strength from the earth, with the oil industry leaving an indelible mark on the local infrastructure and the industrious spirit of its people. Early development relied heavily on the agricultural potential of the surrounding plains, a heritage that persists in the quiet resilience of the modern workforce. While the rhythms of industry have shifted over the decades, the town maintains a steady commitment to education and professional trade. Deep beneath the surface, the legacy of energy production continues to influence the economic fiber of the region, grounding the community in a history of practical labor. Ada functions as a center where the legacy of early commerce still informs the daily operations of its local businesses and professional offices.
Cultural life in Ada finds its expression through the shared identity of its people and the quiet stability of its educational institutions, most notably East Central University. The local character is shaped by a blend of historical narratives and a forward-looking focus on collegiate achievement, which brings a youthful energy to the streets. Visitors may find themselves drawn to the recreational serenity of Ada City Lake, a quiet body of water that mirrors the vast, cloud-swept sky. Among those who have walked these paths, the country music legend Blake Shelton stands out for his significant influence on the broader national culture. The town often gathers for events that highlight regional traditions, fostering a sense of connection that echoes across the plains. Whether through the pursuit of academic goals or the celebration of local talent, the community maintains a distinct gravity that keeps its citizens grounded in their shared surroundings.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ada, Oklahoma. Coordinates: 34.766286, -96.666802. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Ada includes the ZIP code (74820, 74821), telephone area code (918), county seat of Pontotoc County (Ada), and school district assignment (Ada Public Schools).
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |