Welcome to Yukon

The City of Yukon is a vibrant Oklahoma community of 24,000 residents who enjoy a high quality of life in a safe, family oriented community. Yukon is a suburb located adjacent to the western edge of Oklahoma City and located in Canadian County. It is nestled between Interstate 40 on its southern boundary and the historic Route 66 on the north. The Kilpatrick Turnpike is easily accessible.

Best Affordable Suburb

BusinessWeek Magazine named Yukon as Oklahoma’s "Best Affordable Suburb" in 2009. It’s a distinction earned by having small town charm and big city amenities. The strength of our local economy, short commutes, clean air, low crime, good weather, quality schools, income level and location were cited as our outstanding attributes.

Home of the Famous

Yukon is home to country music superstar Garth Brooks, the notable Cross Canadian Ragweed Band, PRCA Team Roping (Heading) World Champion Nick Sartain, movie actor Dale Robertson and the Express Clydesdales. 

Named After Gold Rush

Yukon was settled in 1891 by Texas cattleman A.L. Spencer who had traveled on the Chisholm Trail while on his way to the Abilene, Kansas cattle markets. He and his brother, Lewis M. Spencer, named their new town Yukon after a gold rush which was booming in Canada at the time. Wheat production was a major industry in Yukon’s early years as grain elevators and milling plants were built along the railroad tracks. These structures are landmarks today.