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Stillwater
Community Overview
What's New in Stillwater:
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- Stillwater recognized for sustainability. Read More>>
- New center for the future of work will help advance business practices. Read More>>
- OSU center helps veterans become entrepreneurs. Read More>>
- Federal funding to give lift to OSU's aerospace institute. Read More>>
- Critical minerals company coming to Stillwater. Read More>>
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Stillwater is often called one of America's "most livable" cities, and for good reasons. Quality neighborhoods, excellent schools and low crime rates are hallmarks of the community, as well as recreational and cultural opportunities that you will only find in a university city.
With its cost of living being 10% below the national average, Stillwater is consistently ranked among the nation's top small cities for quality of life.
Stillwater is a uniquely international community boasting over 35 different languages being spoken in the local school system. In addition, there are more than 100 countries represented at Oklahoma State University. This creates a blend of ethnic dinning and shopping opportunities normally found in much larger communities.
The presence of Oklahoma State University provides a wide range of cultural opportunities including concerts (vocal and instrumental), museums and educational symposiums.
Stillwater boasts museums focused on local, university and sporting history.
Stillwater has over 15 public parks encompassing over 5000 acres. There are two recreation lakes within a 10 minute drive from Stillwater: Lake Carl Blackwell (3,350 acre lake) and Lake McMurtry (1,300 acre lake).
Four 18-hole and one 9-hole golf courses are available to area residents, including the premiere Karsten Creek Golf Club, named by Golf Digest when the course opened as “Best New Course” in the country. Karsten Creek annually hosts the AJGA PING Invitational, a premier event for aspiring junior golfers and has hosted many NCAA Men's and Women's National Championships.
Stillwater Medical Center, centrally located for easy access from surrounding communities, is also an integral part of the community with more than a dozen medical facilities under its umbrella that enhance the medical center’s service offering to the entire region. The Stillwater Medical Center offers orthopedic, gynecology, urology, ear /nose/throat and general surgery. The Medical Center offers the following medical services: cardiovascular, cancer care, emergency, home health, laboratory, labor and delivery, medical supplies, radiology, rehabilitation, stroke, surgery, wellness and wound care.
Education
Proud of its reputation as a university city, Stillwater is often referred to as Oklahoma’s “premier education community” because it is home to some of the region's finest education and training institutions. Oklahoma State University is a comprehensive research institution with a total enrollment of nearly 25,000. Many companies take advantage of the engineering, business and research capabilities offered by the university. The university services are complemented by customizable training options offered through the State Career Tech, Meridian Technology Center and Northern Oklahoma College.
Stillwater boasts one of the nation's top rated public school systems. Stillwater High School has a graduation rate of 96% and last year had 2 merit scholars and had seven other students that were either finalists, semifinalists or were commended. In addition, Stillwater schools have 45 Oklahoma Academic scholars. The community is devoted to investing in the school system having approved nearly $100 million in bonds in the last six years for school improvements.
Meridian Technology also provides support for both new and existing companies, as well as ongoing training and employee development programs. Stillwater’s educational institutions have created the highest educated work force in Oklahoma with over 48% holding at least a bachelor’s degree.
Business Advantages
Business is steadily growing in both the retail and service sectors of the community, as well as in research and development. Stillwater offers a variety of prime commercial sites and a world class business and research park which is a partnership between the City of Stillwater, Meridian Technology Center and Oklahoma State University. The Oklahoma Technology and Research Park (OTRP) provides support for growing technology and knowledge-based enterprises who seek the resources available through such a partnership. OTRP is a keystone piece in the region's economic development strategy and a focal point in the shared vision of Stillwater's knowledge community.
Stillwater is centrally located between two large metropolitan areas; Tulsa (65 miles) and Oklahoma City (60 miles). Stillwater’s close proximity to both cities allows its business community easy access to regional markets (via four lane highways) and to international markets (via two international airports, railroads and the Port of Catoosa).
Stillwater has a diverse economic base. Stillwater businesses produce a wide range of products ranging from sophisticated bomb detection equipment to commercial weld wire. In addition to major employers, Stillwater has a strong base of specialized boutiques and retail offerings to meet a wide range of interests and needs, providing shopping diversity for everyone from college student to retirees.
Stillwater’s Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) was developed in 2007 for the purpose of improving and increasing the level of business activities within Downtown. Working with the city, members of the BID continue to stimulate community pride, cultural development and economic growth, providing an exciting atmosphere of business growth and vitality.
Location
Located in the north central part of the state, Stillwater is a micropolitan area consisting of a market area of 85,000 people (45,688 within city limits). Stillwater is located 15 miles east of Interstate I-35, and is a part of Oklahoma’s “economic triangle” with easy connection to Tulsa via the Cimarron Turnpike , and Oklahoma City, south on Interstate 35.
In addition, Stillwater has rail access and the city manages one of the top general aviation airports in the state. The business community also can take advantage of one of the largest, most inland river-ports in the United States within 75 miles of Stillwater, the Port of Catoosa.
Recent Accolades
#6 Best Small City in America – Demographics Daily Online
One of America’s 100 Safest Cities – Safe Communities in America
"Top 20 cities for quality of life" -Bizjournals
“Oklahoma's friendliest city" - Oklahoma Living
100 Best Places to Live – Money Magazine
6th Fastest Growing Small City – Forbes Magazine
Community Contact
Alane Zannotti
President & CEO
Stillwater Chamber of Commerce
409 S. Main Street
Stillwater, OK 74076-1687
Phone: (405) 372-5573
alane@stillwaterchamber.org
www.stillwaterchamber.org
