Durant, Oklahoma 2025

Durant is a city in Bryan County, Oklahoma, United States. It is situated near the southeastern border of the state, about 10 miles north of the Texas border. As of the 2020 census, the population was 18,315. [2] It is the principal city of the Durant Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes all of Bryan County.

Durant was founded in 1872 and named after the Durant family, who were of French and Native American ancestry. The town was originally located within the Choctaw Nation, and it served as the territorial capital of the Choctaw Nation. [3]

Historic Downtown Durant is one of the major attractions in Durant. The downtown area features a number of unique boutiques, restaurants, and a historic theater. The city also hosts a number of annual events and festivals, including the Durant Chamber of Commerce's 'Durant Live' concert series, the Bryan County Fair, and the three-day Durant Boots and Saddles Festival. [4] Other notable attractions in or near Durant include Lake Texoma, the Durant Country Club, and the Three Valley Museum. [5]

The city has a mix of Native American and Southern American cultures. Many residents are enrolled in one of the federally recognized tribes in the area, such as the Choctaw Nation, the Chickasaw Nation, or the Cherokee Nation. The city is also home to Southeastern Oklahoma State University (SOSU), which was founded in 1909.

Durant has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and cool, mild winters. The average temperature in January, the coldest month, is 38°F (3°C), while the average temperature in July, the warmest month, is 82°F (28°C).

The city is served by the Durant Regional Airport - Eaker Field, which provides flights to destinations in the south-central United States. U.S. Route 70, U.S. Route 69, and U.S. Route 271, three major highways, serve the city.

There are several parks in the area, including the Lake Texoma State Park, the Durant City Park, and the Bryan County Park. Many residents enjoy water sports, hunting, fishing, and camping.