With a population of 63,000, Moore is the seventh-largest city in Oklahoma. Norman, a larger city that's home of the University of Oklahoma, is 10 miles south, and Oklahoma City lies 11 miles north. “It’s directly between Norman and Oklahoma City, and it’s also close to the airport, so that’s amazing,” says Jenna Lovelace, senior communications manager for Visit OKC. Established during the early days of the Oklahoma Land Run of 1889, Moore was originally a modest town that embodied the spirit of the American West. As the population grew throughout the latter half of the 20th century, it evolved into the family-focused community it is today. “There are older parts of Moore, but there are no real bad parts,” says Rick McCormick, Realtor with eXp Realty. “It’s a great neighborhood community with great schools.” During the “Smile America” campaign of the 1970s, huge smiling faces were painted on the town’s water towers, and the “smiley” motif is now part of the city identity, including its official logo.
Enjoy great shopping and dining options in the historic Old Town Moore.
Oakridge-Southmoore lies on the south side of Moore just west of I-35.
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Moore Public Schools gets an A from Niche
The Moore Public Schools district is the fourth-largest school system in Oklahoma, with a student population of over 25,000 and a Niche grade of A. Like many districts in the Oklahoma City metro area, student fundraising is a key focus. The Moore Love philanthropic initiative encourages the entire community to contribute to local nonprofits to aid the students and their families. Every August, alumni from the three high schools gather for a 5K race to mark the start of the “Moore War.” After the race, the Moore Lions and the Westmoore Jaguars take the field for the annual football game that anchors the event.
Moore High School shepherds the leaders of the future.
Catch a ball game at Moore High School.
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Close to Oklahoma City’s Museum of Osteology
Moore’s Parks and Recreation department oversees the city’s neighborhood parks, splash pads, playground and rec center. Many parks also include exercise trails that give cyclists, joggers and walkers a place to log their daily miles. Locals are invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs to the amphitheater at Central Park, a free outdoor venue that frequently hosts live, family-friendly entertainment. The fitness area, basketball courts and indoor walking track at The Station at Central Park are open year-round. The City of Moore also oversees a roster of family-oriented seasonal events, including Easter egg hunts, spring gatherings in the park and Christmas light shows.
Skeletons: Museum of Osteology is technically in Oklahoma City, but it’s less than a mile from Moore’s northernmost neighborhoods. The private museum displays over 450 real skeletons, showing everything from native wildlife to human anatomy.
Homeschool families in Moore visit the Museum of Osteology.
Locals love Happy Tails Dog Park.
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Housing market split by interstate
West of I-35, older starter homes are priced from $125,000 to $175,000. The eastern side of the interstate features newer construction, with comparably sized homes selling for $200,000 to $250,000. Broadmoore Heights, a new community by Homes By Taber, features amenities like a pool and stocked fishing pond, with homes priced in the $270,000 to $500,000 range. The community is tucked into the southern section of town, where large contemporary homes might command prices from $500,000 to $700,000. The average home value in the area is around $225,000, lower than the Oklahoma City average of $264,000 and a bargain compared with the national average of $554,000.
The quiet streets of Moore are a great place to take a walk and see beautiful Ranch homes such as this.
Moore city is home to many beautiful homes such as this Tudor with fabulous landscaping.
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Old Town Moore and beyond
Old Town Moore, the area around the intersection of Main Street and Broadway Avenue, is the town’s original business district, and it's now home to a handful of eclectic shops. Meanwhile, the dining scene downtown is a mix of established restaurants and newer spots. In summer, a rotating roster of local vendors descends on Central Park for Food Truck Fridays. Shopping centers, big-box retailers and chain restaurants surround Interstate 35.
The interstate bisects the city, leading 11 miles north to Oklahoma City and 10 miles south to the Norman suburb, home of the University of Oklahoma and Sooner Nation. The closest airport is Will Rogers World Airport, the largest in the state, about a 12-mile drive via I-35 and I-240. Local committees and stakeholders are discussing the city’s lack of public transportation and whether it might be feasible to implement a transit service. Programs like SoonerRide and Share-A-Fare provide transportation for seniors in need, but no widespread public system is in place. EMBARK, Oklahoma City’s premier public transit system, runs a couple of bus routes along South Santa Fe Avenue and Southwest 104th Street, but they’re only convenient for commuting to Oklahoma City.
Road infrastructure is at the heart of several current city projects. Until the widening of Southwest 149th Street is completed in May 2025, Westmore Drive will be closed, clogging up traffic around the Westmoor and Stone Meadows neighborhoods. Bryant Avenue is likewise closed for channel repair work, due to be completed in the first quarter of 2025. Trail enhancements are underway at Veterans Memorial Park, where new concrete flatwork and edge restraints will make the paths more navigable. The project will also incorporate new signage, tables, benches and landscaping.
Easy commute to the University of Oklahoma
Given the city’s position midway between Oklahoma City and Norman, it’s easy for residents to commute to either of those larger cities for work. “Moore has its own commerce, but it’s definitely a bedroom community,” McCormick says. The University of Oklahoma employs more than 18,000 workers, making it one of the top employers in the state. Health care, education and retail are other major drivers of Moore’s economy. The closest hospital is Norman Regional Moore, near the intersection of I-35 and Southwest 4th Street.
The City of Moore is home to Norman Regional Moore Hospital.
Norman is proud of the University of Oklahoma campus which is very close to Moore.
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The Tornado Capital of the US
Moore is within the corridor known as Tornado Alley. In fact, the city has been called the tornado capital of the United States — and the world. Major storms caused widespread devastation in 1999 and again in 2013, but the community is committed to rebuilding. Following the 1999 storm, most new homes were built with storm shelters, and city leaders have implemented building codes to improve resident safety.
According to FBI data, the rate of violent crime in Moore is lower than in Oklahoma City and in the state in general. Numbers fluctuate from year to year, but the rates also trend slightly lower than the national average. Moore is one of 400 towns in the United States to enforce a youth curfew law, barring minors from public spaces after 11 p.m. on weeknights and 1 a.m. on weekends.
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