ALTUS

Altus is located in Jackson County in southwestern Oklahoma. Conveniently located on the national highway system, Altus is accessed by three vital interstate highways, I-40, I-35 and I-44 allowing distribution to approximately 50% of the total U.S. population by same day or overnight services. Located 55 miles west of Lawton and 140 miles southwest of Oklahoma City, Altus provides small town living with city amenities within reach. The location and transportation infrastructure make Altus a regional retail hub for southwest Oklahoma and north central Texas... Altus serves as the retail source for Altus Air Force Base and the nearby towns of Hobart, Granite, Mangum, Frederick, Gould, and Hollis, Oklahoma and Wellington, Childress, and Quanah, Texas. The presence of the Air Force base supercharges the local economy and allows for increased retail and restaurant sales volumes. In addition to the economic impact of the base, the base population adds diversity to the local population...

Also known as: Altus Chamber