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Where is Boise City, OK



Boise City is located in Cimarron County, in the panhandle region of Oklahoma. It is the westernmost city in the state. Boise City serves as the county seat of Cimarron County.




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Boise City is located in the western part of the state Oklahoma.


Boise City, Oklahoma Quick Facts

CityBoise City
CountyCimarron County
StateOklahoma
State CapitalOklahoma City
US RegionSouth
Latitude36.7295° N
Longitude102.5130° W
Elevation4,167 ft (1,270 m)
Land Area (sq mi)1.62
Water Area (sq mi)0.00
Total Area (sq mi)1.62
Population (2020 Census)1,166
Population Density (per sq mi)720
ZIP Codes73933
Area Code580
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (UTC-6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (UTC-5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code40-07450
Congressional DistrictOklahoma's 3rd Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Boise City, Oklahoma

  • Keyes, Oklahoma - 22 mi East
  • Kenton, Oklahoma - 37 mi Northwest
  • Texline, Texas - 35 mi South
  • Clayton, New Mexico - 65 mi West
  • Dalhart, Texas - 49 mi South
  • Guymon, Oklahoma - 74 mi East
  • Stratford, Texas - 78 mi Southeast
  • Springfield, Colorado - 72 mi North
  • Liberal, Kansas - 106 mi Northeast
  • Lamar, Colorado - 115 mi Northwest

Boise City, Oklahoma Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January46180.5
April67351.4
July90622.8
October69381.3
Annual683918.5
Climate Classification (Köppen)Cold Semi-Arid (BSk)
Annual Rainfall18.5 in
Annual Sunshine Days255
Hurricane/Tornado RiskModerate Tornado Risk
Snowfall20.0 in

Driving Distances from Boise City, Oklahoma

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
DalhartTexas4950 min
ClaytonNew Mexico651 hr
GuymonOklahoma741 hr 15 min
LiberalKansas1061 hr 45 min
AmarilloTexas1202 hr
LamarColorado1152 hr
Dodge CityKansas1652 hr 45 min
PuebloColorado2203 hr 45 min
WichitaKansas2904 hr 45 min
Oklahoma CityOklahoma3255 hr 15 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Boise City, Oklahoma

Airport NameBoise City Airport
IATA CodeNo Commercial IATA Service
PortNo Port
Major HighwaysUS 287, US 385, US 412, US 56, US 64
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo Amtrak Service
Local Bus/Transit ServiceLimited Regional Transportation Services
  • U.S. Route 287 - Connects the Oklahoma Panhandle with Texas, Colorado, and Wyoming.
  • U.S. Route 385 - Runs north-south through the High Plains region.
  • U.S. Route 412 - Major east-west highway crossing the Oklahoma Panhandle.
  • U.S. Route 56 - Links Boise City with Kansas and New Mexico.
  • U.S. Route 64 - Provides access across northern New Mexico and Oklahoma.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Boise City, Oklahoma

Landmark NameType
Cimarron Heritage Center MuseumMuseum
Boise City Bomb MemorialHistoric Site
Cimarron County CourthouseHistoric Landmark
Black Mesa State ParkState Park
Black Mesa Nature PreserveNature Preserve
Oklahoma Panhandle State University MuseumMuseum
Santa Fe Trail MarkerHistoric Site
Autograph Rock Historic DistrictHistoric Site
Kenton MuseumMuseum
Black Mesa Summit TrailNatural Attraction

Economy and Major Employers in Boise City, Oklahoma

SectorMajor Employer or IndustryNotes
AgricultureCattle RanchingMajor economic activity in the region.
AgricultureWheat FarmingImportant crop production sector.
GovernmentCimarron County GovernmentProvides public-sector employment.
EducationBoise City Public SchoolsKey local employer.
TourismBlack Mesa TourismVisitors are drawn to the state's highest point.
RetailLocal Businesses and ServicesSupports community needs.
EnergyWind Energy DevelopmentGrowing industry in the Oklahoma Panhandle.

Colleges and Universities in Boise City, Oklahoma

Institution NameType (Public/Private)LevelNotable For
Oklahoma Panhandle State UniversityPublicUniversityRegional agriculture and business programs
Northwestern Oklahoma State University - WoodwardPublicUniversityRegional higher education opportunities
Frank Phillips CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer and transfer programs
Dodge City Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAccessible higher education in the High Plains region

Waterbodies in Boise City, Oklahoma

Cimarron River, Carrizo Creek, Coldwater Creek, North Carrizo Creek, South Carrizo Creek, Clayton Lake, Lake Carl Etling, Boise City Reservoir, Carrizo Wash, Dry Cimarron River

Golf Courses in Boise City, Oklahoma

Boise City Golf Course, Cimarron Country Club Golf Course, Dalhart Country Club, Guymon Municipal Golf Course, La Mesa Park Golf Course, Willow Creek Golf Course, Bentwood Golf Course, Hugoton Municipal Golf Course, Liberal Country Club, Hidden Hills Golf Course

Boise City, Oklahoma - Key Historical Facts

  • Boise City was founded in 1908 during the settlement period of the Oklahoma Panhandle.
  • The town became the county seat of Cimarron County and remains the administrative center of the region.
  • During World War II, Boise City was accidentally bombed by a U.S. Army training aircraft in 1943, making it the only city in the continental United States bombed during the war.
  • The surrounding area was heavily affected by the Dust Bowl of the 1930s.
  • Agriculture and ranching have long been the backbone of the local economy.
  • Today Boise City serves as a gateway to Black Mesa, the highest point in Oklahoma.

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