Altus is a city in Jackson County. It is the county seat. The community name derives from Latin for "high place."

Successful businesses need an educated and productive workforce, modern transportation, pro-business/political climate, and a progressive, enjoyable community. You will find it all in Altus!

Altus is home to Altus Air Force Base and world class companies including Bar-S Foods Co., and Altus Athletic Manufacturing. Some of the most productive agricultural land in America is also available In Altus, Oklahoma. Our pro-business attitude coupled with strong industrial incentives and abundant resources can be the keys to your future.

Beyond all this, the people are what make Altus a truly great place to live and work. Friendly, hardworking, independent and progressive, without you, Altus wouldn’t be what it is today.

Few cities posses such advantages in geographic location, moderate climate, transportation access, quality education and cultural outlets. Altus is truly a "City With a Future To Share."

Altus boasts one of the finest public school systems in the state. In addition to Altus High School, the system includes a junior high, a middle school, six elementary schools and a learning center. The high school offers a curriculum designed to prepare students for productive citizenship in a fast-changing world. Students may choose a program of traditional classes, applied classes or advanced-placement classes. Course offering include French, German and Spanish.  

Sports offered include baseball, basketball, cross-country track, football, golf, gymnastics, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, and wrestling.

Other programs include art, vocal and instrumental music, dance, drama, debate and mock trial. Both music departments are recognized as among the best programs in the state. Special education programs are also available for children with mental or physical disabilities. A pre-school for handicapped children is also offered by the Altus Public School system as well as "English as a Second Language" classes for children at all grade levels.

Housing Cost

Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $87,514

Demographics

Population in July 2007: 19,329. Altus covers 16.8 square miles. It sites at an elevation of 1,398 feet above sea leve.

Zip codes: 73521, 73522 - Area code: 580

Climate

Altus, OK climate is hot during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 80's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.

The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 96.80 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 23.50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 26 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 28 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Altus is 29.16 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is May with an average rainfall of 4.81 Inches.

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