Oklahoma shares its borders with six neighboring states: Texas, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, New Mexico, and Colorado.
Oklahoma, partially situated in the western extreme of the Upland South, is a state with diverse geography and a central location within the United States. Its borders connect it to several other states, forming vital regional ties for commerce, culture, and transportation.
States Bordering Oklahoma
The six states that share a boundary with Oklahoma are detailed below, along with the general directions of their borders:
| State | Border Direction |
|---|---|
| Texas | South and West |
| Kansas | North |
| Missouri | Northeast |
| Arkansas | East |
| New Mexico | West |
| Colorado | Northwest |
This bordering configuration makes Oklahoma a significant crossroads in the nation. As the 20th-most extensive and the 28th-most populous of the 50 United States, its geographical position is key to its regional identity and interactions with its neighbors.
