Akins

Census-designated place in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma

Aerial view of Akins, Oklahoma
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Akins is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma, with 405 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 597 ft (182 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Hanson, 4.5 miles SW.

About Akins

Akins is a census-designated place (CDP) in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma, United States. It is part of the Fort Smith, Arkansas-Oklahoma Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2020 census, Akins had a population of 405.

The post office existed from February 16, 1894, until December 31, 1943. It is said to be named for Robert Akins, a mail carrier.

Sequoyah's Cabin, a national historic site, is located about two miles northeast of the town.

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Median household income
$31,875
Median home value
$117,700
Median age
56.9
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Akins, OK population

Akins had 405 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census405
Density30 per sq mi (11 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Akins at a glance

StateOklahoma (OK)
CountySequoyah County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population405 (2020)
Land area13.60 sq mi (35.2 km²)
Water area0.06 sq mi (0.14 km²)
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Coordinates35.4942° N, 94.6576° W
ZIP code74948
Census code (GEOID)4000900

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Akins

What county is Akins in?

Akins is in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma.

What is the population of Akins, OK?

405 people lived in Akins at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Akins, OK?

The ZIP code of Akins is 74948.

What is the elevation of Akins?

597 feet (182 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Akins?

Hanson (4.5 mi), Stoney Point (5.0 mi), Long (6.7 mi), Liberty (6.7 mi), Belfonte (6.9 mi).

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