Nestled in the rolling hills of southern Oklahoma, Ada is home to over 20,000 friendly people and can boast of one of the most diversified economies in the state. The City has successfully managed growth to provide the amenities of a metropolitan community, while maintaining the charm and atmosphere of a small town. Ada is a regional center for education, health services, retail business, and is the site of the Chickasaw Nation Headquarters. Community leaders are committed to further development of the city's progressive business environment and to maintaining the traditional small town values that provide for an enviable quality of life.