Marlow Oklahoma Map

About Marlow, Oklahoma

Marlow is a locality in Stephens County, Oklahoma, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,451. The population density is 242.1 people per km². Marlow is located at 34.6481°N, 97.9581°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 73055.

Marlow unfurls under a vast Oklahoma sky, a place where the land itself seems to hold its breath. It lies 24.7 miles east of Lawton, OK (from Lawton, OK: bearing 84°T), and is situated 7.7 miles east-north-east of Central High. Rolling plains, softened by the persistent touch of wind and sun, give way to a gentle, almost imperceptible rise as one approaches the town. The air here carries the scent of dry earth and distant, sun-baked fields, a constant reminder of the agricultural heart that beats beneath the surface. Fences, some weathered to the silver of old bone, mark out ranches where cattle graze with a patient, enduring spirit. In the late afternoon, the light slants long and golden, painting the sparse trees and the modest homes with a warmth that feels both fleeting and profound. The history of Marlow is etched not in grand monuments, but in the persistent spirit of its people and the land they've cultivated. Founded in an era of westward expansion, Marlow grew from the fertile ground, its early economy tied to the fortunes of cotton and later, the subtle hum of oil extraction that continues to be a quiet undercurrent. The Washita River, though sometimes a gentle murmur, has been a lifeline, its presence shaping the very character of the place, offering a cool counterpoint to the dry summer heat. While not a hub of bustling industry, Marlow sustains itself through a resourceful blend of agriculture, the steady work of local businesses, and the enduring strength of community bonds, a testament to its resilience in the heart of Stephens County.

About This Marlow Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Marlow, Oklahoma — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.648132, -97.958093. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Marlow and Stephens County.

Detailed location data for Marlow includes the ZIP code (73055), telephone area code (405, 572), county seat of Stephens County (Duncan), and school district assignment (Marlow Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Marlow is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.