Tulsa is nestled in the northeastern quadrant of Oklahoma, right in the heart of “Green Country.” The rolling green hills and wooded terrain of the city lies at an elevation of 700 feet above sea level.

Our city boasts a widely diversified business base, including aerospace, telecommunications, manufacturing, construction, high technology, healthcare, education, transportation and energy.

Tulsa, one of “America’s Most Livable Communities,” is known as the Mecca for arts in Oklahoma. Art deco masterpieces are prevalent in many of our downtown buildings and churches. Spectacular works of art dot the trails of our beautiful River Parks. From the Tulsa Ballet and Tulsa Opera, to Broadway plays and musicals at the Performing Arts Center, to the Philbrook and the largest collection of Western American art at the Gilcrease, Tulsa’s rich cultural legacy greatly enhances our citizen’s quality of life.

Enjoy the amazing nature that surrounds you in Tulsa. Affectionately known as Green Country, you’ll be able to enjoy the many parks found here, including the McClure Park, Chandler Park and the Woodward Park. The Arkansas River provides a great path for many beautiful trails as well. But if you only have time for one park, make your way to the Mohawk Park, home to the Tulsa Zoo. In fact, this park is one of the largest urban parks across the nation. The Zoo is reason enough to come and you’ll quickly see why its one of America’s favorite zoos. There are more than 1,500 animals, many of which are endangered, that call the recreated natural environments home. Spreading across 78 acres, you’ll enjoy the Bear and Cat Grottos, Elephant Encounter, the Chimpanzee Connection, and the amazing 15,000 sq ft Tropical Rain Forest. If you’re more interested in sea animals, make your way to the Oklahoma Aquarium. There are over 4,000 stunning creatures and 200 exhibits that display the beauty of these fascinating creatures. You’ll even get an up close and personal look at the sharks as you walk through the clear tunnels. And the sharks you see aren’t little baby ones. You’ll see the largest bull sharks that are in captivity, making you very happy that there’s at least something between you and them.

If you’re making your way through Tulsa’s Midtown, find Cherry Street. The area has beautiful storefronts built in the 1920s and 30s that now house trendy restaurants, quaint boutiques, antique shops, art galleries and even a few great vintage stores. Close by is Utica Square, a favorite for both locals and tourists since it has a wealth of fantastic shops, including Miss Jackson’s, which is the oldest department store in Tulsa, and popular restaurants that are all set in beautiful landscaped areas. Another one of the more popular areas in Midtown is the Brookside area. There are lots of fantastic restaurants that range from amazing burgers to fine cuisine and quaint shops that showcase the latest fashion trends.

You’ll know you’ve reached the downtown area when you see the BOK Tower, which is the tallest building in all of Oklahoma. There are quite a few stunning buildings here including the Midcontinent Tower, which showcases a fantastic art deco design, and the Tulsa National Bank buildings. Another prominent building is the Tulsa Union Depot, the new home to the Jazz Hall of Fame.

The Tulsa Port of Catoosa is acclaimed as one of the largest, most inland river-ports in the United States. The Tulsa International Airport offers direct service to most major U.S. cities and is another important contributor to our economic growth.

Ten higher education facilities serve the metropolitan Tulsa area. Options range from community college and vocational studies to undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs at both public and private universities.

Housing Cost

Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $110,200

Demographics

Population in July 2007: 384,037. Tulsa covers 182.6 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 740 feet above sea level.

Area code: 918

Climate

Tulsa, OK climate is hot during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 80's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 30's.

The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 93.80 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 26.30 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 21 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Tulsa is 42.42 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is May with an average rainfall of 6.11 Inches.

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