Sallisaw Oklahoma Map
Sallisaw, Oklahoma — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Sallisaw, Sequoyah County.
Interactive Map of Sallisaw, Oklahoma
| City | Sallisaw |
| State | Oklahoma (OK) |
| County | Sequoyah |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 35.460371 |
| Longitude | -94.787446 |
| Population | 8,605 |
| Density | 238.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Sallisaw, Oklahoma
Sallisaw is a locality in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,605. The population density is 238.2 people per km². Sallisaw is located at 35.4604°N, 94.7874°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 74955.
Sallisaw rests in the rolling foothills where the Ozarks begin their slow descent toward the Arkansas River lowlands. It lies 22.5 miles west-north-west of Fort Smith, AR (from Fort Smith, AR: bearing 283°T), and is situated 7.5 miles south-south-west of Brushy. The air here, especially in the long, lingering afternoons of summer, carries a humid warmth that softens the edges of everything, from the gently rounded hills cloaked in mixed deciduous forests to the broad, open fields cultivated with crops that stretch toward the horizon. The Sequoyah State Park, a verdant expanse of trees and a shimmering lake, lies close by, offering a cool respite and a chance to witness the deep greens of Oklahoma's natural beauty. The terrain itself is a study in subtle transitions, a place where the ruggedness of the uplands yields to the gentler curves of the river valley, creating a landscape that feels both familiar and quietly profound, especially as the sun begins its descent, painting the sky in hues of rose and gold. The history of Sallisaw is intimately tied to the Cherokee Nation, whose presence and resilience are an enduring part of its character. The town grew from a trading post and later a railroad stop, its development intertwined with the westward expansion and the significant events that shaped this region. Its economy, once driven by agriculture and timber, now finds its footing in a more diversified landscape, with small businesses and services supporting the local populace. A significant landmark, the historic Sallisaw Creek Bridge, stands as a silent witness to the passage of time and the enduring spirit of the community. The rhythm of life in Sallisaw is one of steady progress, a quiet continuation of the stories that have unfolded across these lands for generations, where the echoes of the past mingle with the everyday comings and goings of its residents.
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About This Sallisaw Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Sallisaw, Oklahoma with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Sallisaw and Sequoyah County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Sallisaw is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Sallisaw is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
