[4] The community is made up of mostly homes on acreages so it has retained a rural type of land use.

Much of the area is wooded and has a natural scenic outdoor appeal to residents and visitors.

Slaughterville was named after a grocery store run by James Slaughter in the early 20th century.

[7] The town name was the subject of controversy in 2004 when People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) asked Slaughterville to rename the town to Veggieville, offering a donation of $20,000 of veggie burgers as incentive.

Slaughterville's town council heard presentations by members of PETA and local citizens before voting against the suggestion.

Part of its western border touches the Canadian River, across which is McClain County.