Del City is a city located in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma and is part of the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Area. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 22,128.

Founder George Epperly's dream of Del City came to life in 1948. It is the proud home of two-time Olympic gold medallist wrestler John Smith. Exhibits, such as the Oklahoma County & Western Museum, Del City Preservation & Historical Society, and War Memorial, reflect a rich history and honor veterans and hometown soldiers who lost their lives serving our country.

Traditional annual events include a Christmas Lighting and Halloween Bash. Year round outdoor recreational activities are also available to outdoor enthusiasts at any of the three Bicycle/Pedestrian Trails located off Interstate 40, near Tinker Air Force Base or at the 60 acre (240,000 m²) Eagle Lake location with picnic and fishing on Reno Avenue, located only two miles from urban downtown Oklahoma City.

Geography

Del City is located at 35°26'34" North, 97°26'28" West (35.442711, -97.441149).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 19.5 km² (7.5 mi²). 19.5 km² (7.5 mi²) of it is land and none of the area is covered with water.

Demographics

As of the census² of 2000, there are 22,128 people, 9,045 households, and 6,186 families residing in the city. The population density is 1,133.1/km² (2,935.8/mi²). There are 9,725 housing units at an average density of 498.0/km² (1,290.2/mi²). The racial makeup of the city is 74.24% White, 14.04% African American, 4.26% Native American, 1.58% Asian, 0.11% Pacific Islander, 1.83% from other races, and 3.95% from two or more races. 4.71% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There are 9,045 households out of which 31.7% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.6% are married couples living together, 16.9% have a female householder with no husband present, and 31.6% are non-families. 27.2% of all households are made up of individuals and 9.8% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.44 and the average family size is 2.96.

In the city the population is spread out with 26.3% under the age of 18, 10.3% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.6% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 35 years. For every 100 females there are 90.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 86.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city is $32,218, and the median income for a family is $36,515. Males have a median income of $28,806 versus $21,997 for females. The per capita income for the city is $15,717. 13.3% of the population and 10.5% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 20.8% of those under the age of 18 and 7.2% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.

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