Sentinel, Oklahoma
Town · Population 755 · #245 in Oklahoma
About Sentinel
Sentinel, OK is a tiny community located in western Oklahoma, home to 755 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Sentinel is an incorporated town — local government on a neighborly scale. The community covers 0.62 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,218 residents per square mile.
📰 Local News
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Oklahoma news on Bless News Daily →What Makes Sentinel Unique
- The only place in America named Sentinel — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in western Oklahoma, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Oklahoma — one of 846 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Small-town pace of life: less traffic, more community, and neighbors who wave.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 11 miles.
🏫 Schools in Sentinel
- BLANCHE THOMAS HS
- MCMURRAY ES
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateOklahoma
TypeTown
Population (2024)755
Rank in state#245 of 591
Land area0.62 sq mi
Density1,218/sq mi
Coordinates35.1570, -99.1735
🌤️ Current Weather
Right now81°F
ConditionsShowers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wind20 to 25 mph
Source: National Weather Service