Cleveland County

Cleveland County is an administrative division in central Oklahoma that stretches across an area including Norman, Moore, and parts of South Oklahoma City. The county forms a substantial part of the Oklahoma City metropolitan region and blends rural areas with expanding urban centers.

The county was established on July 16, 1890, during the period of westward expansion and was named after General Moses Cleveland. This founding coincided with a wave of settlement and development across the Oklahoma region.

The University of Oklahoma shapes the region through its research facilities and academic events that draw people from across the area. Students and faculty contribute to the character of Norman and influence community life throughout the county.

The county is best explored by car since its various communities like Norman, Moore, and South Oklahoma City are spread across several miles. Visitors should plan time to drive between different areas to experience the range of neighborhoods and settings.

The county spans a wide range of landscape types from agricultural land to modern urban areas while maintaining numerous parks and green spaces. This blend shows how communities can preserve open space even as they grow into metropolitan areas.

Location: Oklahoma

Inception: 1889

Capital city: Norman

Shares border with: Oklahoma County, McClain County, Pottawatomie County, Canadian County

Website: http://ccok.us

GPS coordinates: 35.20000,-97.33000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:08