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Midwest City, Oklahoma

Located in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, Midwest City was established in 1942. Built specifically to house Tinker AFB workers during WWII. Tinker AFB is one of the largest Air Force bases in the world.
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Founded 1942 | Population 58,000 | Peak 58,000 (2024) | County Oklahoma County

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1942Founded: Built for Tinker AFB workers.
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1943Incorporated: Midwest City was officially incorporated as a city.
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1950Postwar Growth: Midwest City grew rapidly during the postwar suburban expansion.
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2010Modern Era: Midwest City continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Did You Know?

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Built specifically to house Tinker AFB workers during WWII.
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Tinker AFB is one of the largest Air Force bases in the world.
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Named by developer W.P. Atkinson for the Midwest.
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Midwest City is located in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma.
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Midwest City was founded in 1942.
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