Wilson Oklahoma Map

About Wilson, Oklahoma

Wilson is a locality in Carter County, Oklahoma, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,725. The population density is 109.9 people per km². Wilson is located at 34.1620°N, 97.4259°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 73463.

Wilson rests in a landscape of wide, open skies and rolling plains, where the earth, a rich ochre, stretches towards horizons that seem to hold the very breath of Oklahoma. It lies 58.2 miles west-north-west of Denison, TX (from Denison, TX: bearing 299°T), and is situated 9.4 miles west of Lone Grove. The terrain is a study in subtle contours, punctuated by occasional stands of resilient trees that offer scant shade against the generous sun. The air here carries the scent of sun-baked soil and, after a rain, the clean, sharp fragrance of wet grass and distant fields. Evenings often bring a softening of the light, a golden wash that settles over the land, lending a quiet dignity to the simple homes and the stoic, weathered fences that trace the edges of properties. The story of Wilson is deeply entwined with the discovery and extraction of oil, a chapter etched into its very being and reflected in the enduring spirit of its people. For decades, this energy industry has been the lifeblood of Wilson, shaping its economy and its character, drawing a steady stream of workers and fostering a sense of tenacious self-reliance. Though the boom-and-bust cycles are a familiar rhythm, the town has cultivated a quiet resilience, a commitment to community that persists. You might find a local diner humming with conversation, the clatter of plates a counterpoint to the murmur of shared histories, a place where the day’s work, whatever its nature, is understood and respected.

About This Wilson Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Wilson, Oklahoma — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.162038, -97.425855. 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 Wilson and Carter County.

Detailed location data for Wilson includes the ZIP code (74525), telephone area code (918, 405), county seat of Carter County (Ardmore), and school district assignment (Wilson 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 Wilson is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.