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Batesville, Arkansas

Batesville is the county seat and largest city of Independence County, Arkansas, United States, 80 miles (183 km) northeast of Little Rock, the state capital. According to the 2010 Census, the population of the city was 10,268. The city serves as a regional manufacturing and distribution hub for the Ozark Mountain region and Northeast Arkansas.

History
Batesville is the second oldest municipality after the town of Georgetown — and the oldest city — in the state of Arkansas. It was named for the first territorial delegate from Arkansas to the Congress of the United States, James Woodson Bates, who settled in the town. The town has also gone by the names of Napoleon and Poke Bayou.

In early days, Batesville was an important port on the White River and served as an entry point to the interior of northern Arkansas. Batesville played a large role in the settling of the Ozark Mountains region and served as the central land office for northern Arkansas.

The first known settlement of the Batesville area was in 1810 near the mouth of Polk Bayou, and by 1819 the town had a ferry across the White River and about a dozen houses. The town was partially laid out in early 1821, and on March 3, 1822, a bill of assurance was recorded and executed and the town's plat was laid out. Batesville became the county seat in 1821. In January 1822, Judge Richard Searcy opened the town's first state circuit court. The town's first post office was established in 1822, and in 1830 became the home of a county court. On September 25, 1836, shortly after Arkansas was granted its statehood, Governor Conway incorporated Batesville Academy, the state's first academy. In the past, the area in and around the city had extensive quarries of manganese ore, phosphate rock, sandstone, limestone, and marble.

Between 1940 and 1941, Batesville had its own minor league baseball team within the Northeast Arkansas League known as the Batesville Pilots. The team later disbanded in 1941.

On July 31, 1964, singer Jim Reeves and his business partner and manager Dean Manuel left Batesville, en route to Nashville in a single-engine Beechcraft Debonair aircraft, N8972M, with Reeves at the controls. It crashed later that day near Nashville International Airport killing both on board.

Batesville currently has only one high school within the city limits, Batesville High School. Also, Batesville is the home of Lyon College, a private liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), and noted for the annual Arkansas Scottish Festival each fall. In addition, the city is home to the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (UACCB), and NASCAR driver Mark Martin. It contains three National Register Historic Districts and many properties separately listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was listed in Norman Crampton's 1992 book The 100 Best Small Towns in America, ranking at #75.

Geography
Batesville is located at 35.77361°N, -91.64139°W (35.773488, -91.641338). Batesville lies on the White River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.11 sqmi, of which 10.98 sqmi is land and 0.13 sqmi (0.12%) is water.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 11,191 people, 3,985 households, and 2,448 families residing in the city.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 10,243 people, 3,777 households, and 2,383 families residing in the city. The population density was 907.3 PD/sqmi. There were 4,146 housing units at an average density of 398.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 83.2% White, 4.3% Black or African American, 0.6% Native American, 1.5% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 1.40% from other races, and 2.00% from two or more races. 4.6% of the population were Hispanics or Latinos of any race.

There were 3,777 households, out of which 28.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.4% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.9% were non-families. 33.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.92.

The age distribution was 22.0% under the age of 18, 12.0% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,133, and the median income for a family was $42,634. Males had a median income of $31,068 versus $20,506 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,753. About 11.1% of families and 14.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.1% of those under age 18 and 16.6% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Batesville Public Schools are part of the Batesville School District, Arkansas. The district has one early learning center, one junior high school, one high school and three elementary schools. Students attend Batesville High School.

List of highways

 * [[Image:US 167.svg|25px]] U.S. Highway 167
 * Arkansas 25.svg Arkansas Highway 25
 * [[Image:Arkansas 69.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 69
 * [[Image:Arkansas 69B.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 69 Business
 * Arkansas 106.svg Arkansas Highway 106
 * Arkansas 233.svg Arkansas Highway 233
 * Arkansas 394.svg Arkansas Highway 394

Notable people

 * Elisha Baxter, 13th governor of Arkansas
 * Jack Critcher, local and state politician
 * Monroe L. Flinn, Illinois state representative
 * Ryan Mallett, quarterback for Arkansas Razorbacks and NFL's Baltimore Ravens, born in Batesville
 * Mark Martin, member of the NASCAR Hall of Fame born and raised in Batesville
 * James McLean, Democrat former member of the Arkansas House of Representatives for Independence County
 * Mike McQueen, lived in Batesville after retiring from Major League Baseball and died in Batesville in 2017
 * William R. Miller, first native-born governor of Arkansas, born in Batesville 1823
 * Rick Monday, Major League Baseball player and Los Angeles Dodgers broadcaster, born in Batesville
 * Leslie Rutledge, Arkansas Lieutenant Governor; Attorney General 2015-23
 * Charlie Strong, football head coach at University of South Florida, former Texas and Louisville coach
 * James Sturch, Republican member of Arkansas House of Representatives for Independence County since 2015
 * Mutha's Day Out, 1990s rock band
 * Sami Jo, country singer

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Batesville has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

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Cave City, Arkansas

Cave City is a city in Independence and Sharp counties in the U.S. state of Arkansas. The population was 1,904 at the 2010 census. The city was named for a large cave underneath the Crystal River Tourist Camp, which is the oldest motor court in Arkansas. Cave City is known for its award-winning "world's sweetest" watermelons and holds an annual watermelon festival in July.

Geography
Cave City is located at 35.94806°N, -91.55083°W (35.948087, -91.550952). The town is centered on, and partially located above, the Crystal River, an underground body of water located in the multi-room Crystal River Cave, for which the town is named. The beginning and ending of the water source has never been determined.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.2 sqmi, all land.

List of highways

 * [[Image:US 167 (AR).svg|25px]] U.S. Highway 167
 * [[Image:Arkansas 58.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 58
 * Arkansas 230.svg Arkansas Highway 230

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,922 people, 853 households, and 554 families residing in the city.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 1,904 people in 751 households, including 504 families, in the city. The population density was 752.7 PD/sqmi. There were 838 housing units at an average density of 326.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 0.3% Black, 96.9% white or European, 0.1% Asian, and 1.5% from two or more races. 2.5% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. Of the 751 households 34.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49% were married couples living together, 14.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.9% were non-families. 29.6% of households were one person and 14.7% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.01.

The age distribution was 31.1% under the age of 18, 5.4% from 19 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 18% 65 or older. The median age was 35.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 79.9 males. 31.4% of the male population and 40.3% of females were 18 and over.

The median household income was $23,163 and the median family income was $27,292. Males had a median income of $21,397 versus $17,424 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,925. About 17.0% of families and 21.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.3% of those under age 18 and 15.6% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Students in the area can attend the Cave City School District.

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Cushman, Arkansas

Cushman is a city in Independence County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 433 at the 2020 census.

Geography
Cushman is located at 35.86944°N, -91.76472°W (35.869346, -91.764695).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 4.0 sqmi, all land.

Transportation

 * [[Image:Arkansas 69.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 69

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 461 people, 178 households, and 140 families residing in the town. The population density was 115.6 PD/sqmi. There were 208 housing units at an average density of 52.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.53% White, 1.08% Native American, and 2.39% from two or more races. 1.08% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 178 households, out of which 35.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.3% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.8% were non-families. 18.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 2.95.

In the town the population was spread out, with 25.8% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 31.0% from 45 to 64, and 9.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.3 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $25,000, and the median income for a family was $29,125. Males had a median income of $22,266 versus $16,625 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,836. About 15.1% of families and 20.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.9% of those under age 18 and 29.2% of those age 65 or over.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Cushman has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Education
Batesville School District serves the community. Cushman School District consolidated into the Batesville district on July 1, 2009.

Notable people

 * Harmon Dobson (1913–1967), co-founder of Whataburger, grew up in Cushman.
 * Buck Weaver (1905–1967), college and professional football player, was born in Cushman.

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Magness, Arkansas

Magness is a town in Independence County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 202 at the 2010 census. The mayor is Jerrit Pectol.

Geography
Magness is located in eastern Independence County.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Magness has an area of 1.5 sqkm, all land. The town is named after a family, or one of its members (probably Colonel Morgan Magness), who was prominent in Independence County before the Civil War. They were the largest slaveholding family in the county, but since Independence County, located in the mountains, had few slaves, the Magnesses had less than 20.

Transportation
Arkansas Highway 69 passes through the town, leading east 2 mi to Newark and north 3 mi to Sulphur Rock. Batesville, the county seat, is 12 mi to the northwest via Highway 69.
 * [[Image:Arkansas 69.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 69

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 191 people, 82 households, and 55 families residing in the town. The population density was 129.4 /km2. There were 91 housing units at an average density of 61.6 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 98.95% White, and 1.05% from two or more races. 0.52% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 82 households, out of which 28.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.4% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.9% were non-families. 29.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.89.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.6% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 22.5% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 23.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.6 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $27,969, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $27,750 versus $16,058 for females. The per capita income for the town was $24,967. About 14.3% of families and 22.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 32.7% of those 65 or over.

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Moorefield, Arkansas

Moorefield is a town in Independence County, Arkansas, United States. It was named after Jesse A. Moore who owned most of the land in the area of the town at that time. The population was 137 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Moorefield is located approximately 4 mi east of Batesville at the intersection of Arkansas highways 233 and 69. Sulphur Rock is about four miles to the east along Route 69. Moorefield Creek flows past the north side of the town.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 2.9 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 160 people, 64 households, and 48 families residing in the town. The population density was 51.1/km$2$ (132.7/mi2). There were 68 housing units at an average density of 21.7/km$2$ (56.4/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 96.88% White, 0.62% Native American, and 2.50% from two or more races.

There were 64 households, out of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.5% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.0% were non-families. 23.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 26.9% from 45 to 64, and 16.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.8 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $26,875, and the median income for a family was $29,167. Males had a median income of $21,500 versus $19,722 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,248. About 4.2% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.5% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

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Newark, Arkansas

Newark is a city in Independence County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 1,180 at the 2020 census.

Geography
Newark is located in east central Independence County approximately three miles north of the White River, and near the mouth of the Black River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.8 sqmi, all land.

List of highways

 * [[Image:Arkansas 69.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 69
 * [[Image:Arkansas 69B.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 69 Business
 * [[Image:Arkansas 122.svg|25px]] Arkansas Highway 122

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,180 people, 469 households, and 302 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,219 people, 500 households, and 345 families residing in the city. The population density was 696.9 PD/sqmi. There were 562 housing units at an average density of 321.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.55% White, 0.66% Black or African American, 0.98% Native American, 0.49% Asian, 0.08% Pacific Islander, 0.08% from other races, and 1.15% from two or more races. 0.90% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 500 households, out of which 35.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.0% were non-families. 29.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.7% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,239, and the median income for a family was $34,545. Males had a median income of $27,404 versus $17,692 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,392. About 9.1% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.5% of those under age 18 and 20.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Students in Newark are served by Cedar Ridge School District. It was formed on July 1, 2004, from the consolidation of the Newark School District and the Cord Charlotte School District.

The local high school has won three basketball state championships, two quiz bowl state titles, and one softball state championship. NBA shooting guard Austin Reaves attended Cedar Ridge and helped them win back-to-back state championships. Austin holds the single game scoring record, scoring 73 points in a triple-overtime win over Forrest City High School. The first Cedar Ridge Basketball State Championship came against East Poinsett County, which at the time had Malik Monk, who went on to become a shooting guard for Kentucky.

Notable people

 * Austin Reaves (born May 29, 1998), professional basketball player

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Oil Trough, Arkansas

Oil Trough is a town in Independence County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 260 at the 2010 census. The town is believed to have acquired its name in the early 19th century from a trough used to render bear fat, which was sold to customers in New Orleans.

Geography
Oil Trough is located on the south bank of the White River along Arkansas Highway 14 between Elmo, approximately four miles to the east and Rosie, five miles to the west. Arkansas Highway 122 crosses the White River about one mile east of the community, and connects to Newark, about five miles to the north.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.5 km$2$ (0.2 mi2), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 260 people, 95 households, and 66 families residing in the town. The population density was 443.0/km$2$ (1,139.0/mi2). There were 105 housing units at an average density of 213.4/km$2$ (548.6/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 93.58% White, 3.21% Black or African American, 1.38% Native American, and 1.83% from two or more races.

There were 95 households, out of which 34.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.5% were married couples living together, 12.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.5% were non-families. 29.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.74.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.5% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 27.1% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $31,528, and the median income for a family was $33,750. Males had a median income of $30,500 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,079. About 13.3% of families and 11.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.6% of those under the age of 18 and 22.2% of those 65 or over.

Education
Residents are zoned to the Cedar Ridge School District.

On July 1, 1990, the Oil Trough School District was dissolved, with portions going to the Newark School District and the Southside School District. The Newark district, which took Oil Trough itself, merged into the Cedar Ridge School District on July 1, 2004.

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Pleasant Plains, Arkansas

Pleasant Plains is a town in Independence County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 349 at the 2010 census, up from 267 in 2000.

History
The historic Southwest Trail, a path used by most travelers entering Arkansas early in the 1800s, entered Pleasant Plains on today's U.S. Highway 167 from Southside. From Pleasant Plains the Southwest Trail headed to Sunnydale via Arkansas Highway 157, en route to Center Hill and Floyd. By the 1830s more than 80 percent of the Arkansas territory's population had entered through the Southwest Trail. The route, at the time the main route to Texas, is also known as the Old Military Road.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 2.4 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 267 people, 106 households, and 78 families residing in the town. The population density was 121.3/km$2$ (314.5/mi2). There were 120 housing units at an average density of 54.5/km$2$ (141.3/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 94.76% White, 1.50% Native American, 2.25% from other races, and 1.50% from two or more races. 4.87% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 106 households, out of which 34.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.6% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.4% were non-families. 25.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 31.8% from 25 to 44, 21.0% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $22,188, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $22,344 versus $17,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,129. About 11.4% of families and 16.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 30.4% of those 65 or over.

Education
Since the 1985–86 school year, public education for elementary and secondary students has been provided by the Midland School District, which includes Midland Elementary School and Midland High School, all based in this community. Midland formed as a result of consolidation of the former Pleasant Plains and Floral school districts. The consolidation of the Pleasant Plains School District and the Floral School District was effective on July 1, 1985.

Transportation

 * Highways
 * [[Image:US 167.svg|25px]] U.S. Highway 167
 * [[Image:Arkansas 87.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 87
 * Arkansas 157.svg Arkansas Highway 157

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Sulphur Rock, Arkansas

Sulphur Rock is a town in Independence County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 456 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Sulphur Rock is located approximately six miles east of Batesville along Arkansas Highway 69 and about four miles north of the White River. Magness and Newark lie about four and six miles respectively to the southeast along Route 69.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 3.3 sqkm, all land.

List Of Highways

 * [[Image:Arkansas 69.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 69
 * [[Image:Arkansas 69B.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 69 Business
 * Arkansas 233.svg Arkansas Highway 233

History
The last regular mule-drawn tram line in the United States was in Sulphur Rock, closing down in 1926.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 421 people, 169 households, and 113 families residing in the town. The population density was 127.0/km$2$ (328.6/mi2). There were 178 housing units at an average density of 53.7/km$2$ (138.9/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.39% White, and 2.61% from two or more races. 2.14% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 169 households, out of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.8% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.1% were non-families. 29.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 16.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $37,375. Males had a median income of $25,417 versus $17,426 for females. The per capita income for the town was $13,309. About 6.3% of families and 10.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.6% of those under age 18 and 31.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Batesville School District serves the community. Sulphur Rock School District consolidated into the Batesville district on July 1, 2005.

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Calico Rock, Arkansas

Calico Rock is a city in Izard County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 1,545 at the 2010 census, up from 991 in 2000.

History
Calico Rock was named from a colorful rock formation said by pioneers to resemble the textile calico.

Geography
Calico Rock is located in northwestern Izard County at 36.1225°N, -92.13361°W (36.122612, -92.133481), on the north bank of the White River. It is bordered to the north by the town of Pineville.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 12.53 km2, of which 12.37 km2 are land and 0.16 km2, or 1.26%, are water.

Major highways

 * [[Image:Arkansas 5.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 5
 * [[Image:Arkansas 56.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 56

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 888 people, 510 households, and 373 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 991 people, 428 households, and 264 families residing in the city. The population density was 277.0 PD/sqmi. There were 526 housing units at an average density of 147.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.07% White, 0.20% Black or African American, 0.71% Native American, 0.20% Asian, 0.10% Pacific Islander, 0.40% from other races, and 1.31% from two or more races. 2.22% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 428 households, out of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.8% were married couples living together, 12.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.3% were non-families. 35.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.85.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 22.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,200, and the median income for a family was $31,328. Males had a median income of $20,833 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,305. About 20.2% of families and 26.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 41.9% of those under age 18 and 15.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary students is primarily provided by the Calico Rock School District, which includes:

 * Calico Rock Elementary School, serving kindergarten through grade 6.
 * Calico Rock High School, serving grades 7 through 12.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Calico Rock has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

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Franklin, Arkansas

Franklin is a town in Izard County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 198 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Franklin is located in northeastern Izard County at 36.17528°N, -91.76639°W (36.175324, -91.766494).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 5.2 sqkm, all land.

Highways

 * [[Image:Arkansas 56.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 56
 * [[Image:Arkansas 289.svg|24px]] Arkansas Highway 289

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 184 people, 80 households, and 52 families in the town. The population density was 35.0/km$2$ (90.7/mi²). There were 89 housing units at an average density of 16.9/km$2$ (43.9/mi²). The racial makeup of the town was 97.83% White, 1.09% Native American, 1.09% from other races. 2.72% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. Of the 80 households 23.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.0% were non-families. 31.3% of households were one person and 25.0% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.81.

The age distribution was 21.7% under the age of 18, 11.4% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 17.9% 65 or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.6 males.

The median household income was $19,750 and the median family income was $26,250. Males had a median income of $20,341 versus $19,167 for females. The per capita income for the town was $13,434. About 13.5% of families and 19.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 34.1% of those sixty five or over.

Notable people

 * Terry Shell, lawyer and judge, served as United States federal judge in Arkansas from 1975 to 1978

title: Franklin, Arkansas


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Guion, Arkansas

Guion is a town in Izard County, Arkansas, United States. The population had dropped from 86 at the 2010 census to 68 in 2020.

Geography
Guion is located in southern Izard County at 35.92639°N, -91.94056°W (35.926425, -91.940598), on the northeast side of the White River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.4 km2, all land.

Highway

 * [[Image:Arkansas 58.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 58

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 90 people, 37 households, and 26 families residing in the town. The population density was 155.3 PD/sqmi. There were 45 housing units at an average density of 77.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 88.89% White, 10.00% Black or African American, and 1.11% from two or more races.

There were 37 households, out of which 21.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.2% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.7% were non-families. 27.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.85.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 2.2% from 18 to 24, 16.7% from 25 to 44, 24.4% from 45 to 64, and 33.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.5 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $16,875, and the median income for a family was $20,833. Males had a median income of $21,875 versus $16,875 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,264. There were no families and 14.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 12.9% of those over 64.

1929 Tornado
On April 10, 1929, Guion and areas between Mount Pleasant, Arkansas by a tornado that came across the White river. The town of nearly 400 and 150 buildings was "completely demolished". Some residents had a five-minute warning from sighting the storm in the sky over the hill in the south of town. This allowed many to take shelter in storm shelters, caves or other safe places. Most of the 150 homes and stores in the town were "dashed against the bluff. Some of the large timbers were buried several feet in the ground by the force of the wind." At least seven people died and many injured.

title: Guion, Arkansas


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Melbourne, Arkansas

Melbourne is a city and county seat of Izard County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 1,848 at the 2010 census. It is home to the main campus of Ozarka College.

Geography
Melbourne is located at 36.05976°N, -91.8944°W.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.2 sqmi, all land.

List of highways

 * [[Image:Arkansas 9.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 9
 * [[Image:Arkansas 69.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 69

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,830 people, 836 households, and 422 families residing in the city.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 1,848 people in 787 households, including 476 families, in the city. The population density was 268.0 PD/sqmi. There were 838 housing units at an average density of 134.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.55% White, 0.36% Native American, 0.18% Asian, 0.42% from other races, and 1.49% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.60%.

Of the 736 households 25.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.1% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.0% were non-families. 35.3% of households were one person and 17.4% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.78.

The age distribution was 21.9% under the age of 18, 9.9% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 21.2% 65 or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.5 males.

The median household income was $22,757 and the median family income was $31,900. Males had a median income of $23,529 versus $18,264 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,110. About 14.5% of families and 18.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.9% of those under age 18 and 21.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary school students is available from Melbourne School District, which leads students to graduate from Melbourne High School. The school's athletic emblem and mascot is the Bearkatz.

Notable people

 * Michelle Gray - Republican member of the Arkansas House of Representatives for District 62
 * Glen D. Johnson - Member of the United States House of Representatives for Oklahoma's 4th congressional district

title: Melbourne, Arkansas


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Mount Pleasant, Arkansas

Mount Pleasant is a town in Izard County, Arkansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the town population was 353.

Geography
Mount Pleasant is located in southeastern Izard County at 35.97917°N, -91.76722°W (35.979214, -91.767344).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 8.66 sqkm, of which 8.63 sqkm are land and 0.04 sqkm, or 0.43%, are water.

Highway

 * [[Image:Arkansas 69.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 69

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 401 people, 166 households, and 113 families residing in the town. The population density was 44.7/km$2$ (115.8/mi2). There were 182 housing units at an average density of 20.3/km$2$ (52.6/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 99.25% White, 0.25% Asian, and 0.50% from two or more races. 1.50% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 166 households, out of which 37.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.4% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.9% were non-families. 28.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 30.2% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 27.9% from 25 to 44, 23.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.2 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $21,875, and the median income for a family was $29,286. Males had a median income of $22,115 versus $17,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,014. About 16.7% of families and 21.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.7% of those under age 18 and 52.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary school students is provided by the Melbourne School District that includes the Mount Pleasant Elementary School, which received top honor of being named a 2009 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education (ED). Students completing their studies graduate from Melbourne High School.

On July 1, 2004, the Mount Pleasant School District was merged into the Melbourne School District.

In 2016, Mt. Pleasant Elementary School officially shut down.

title: Mount Pleasant, Arkansas


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Oxford, Arkansas

Oxford is a city in Izard County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 670 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Oxford is located in northern Izard County at 36.2175°N, -91.91889°W (36.217573, -91.918875). Its northern border is the Fulton County line.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.8 km2, all land.

Highways

 * [[Image:Arkansas 9.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 9
 * [[Image:Arkansas 354.svg|24px]] Arkansas Highway 354

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 573 people, 265 households, and 179 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 642 people, 263 households, and 184 families residing in the city. The population density was 96.9 PD/sqmi. There were 309 housing units at an average density of 46.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.79% White, 0.16% Black or African American, 1.09% Native American, 0.47% from other races, and 2.49% from two or more races. 1.71% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 263 households, out of which 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.0% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.0% were non-families. 26.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.5% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 20.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $22,313, and the median income for a family was $25,250. Males had a median income of $20,556 versus $20,385 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,778. About 19.0% of families and 22.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.6% of those under age 18 and 20.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Oxford is a part of the Izard County Consolidated School District. It was served by the Oxford School District until it consolidated into Izard County on July 1, 1985.

title: Oxford, Arkansas


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Pineville, Arkansas

Pineville is a town in Izard County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 238 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Pineville is located in northwestern Izard County at 36.15583°N, -92.11389°W (36.155781, -92.113759). It is bordered to the south by the city of Calico Rock.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 4.6 sqkm, all land.

Highways

 * [[Image:Arkansas 56.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 56
 * [[Image:Arkansas 177.svg|24px]] Arkansas Highway 177
 * [[Image:Arkansas 223.svg|24px]] Arkansas Highway 223

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 238 people, 97 households, and 72 families residing in the town. The population density was 53.4/km$2$ (138.0/mi2). There were 112 housing units at an average density of 23.9/km$2$ (61.7/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.1% White.

Of the 97 households, 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.8% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.8% were non-families. 24.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 20, 25.1% from 20 to 39, 25.2% from 40 to 59, and 25.6% who were 60 years of age or older. The median age was 40.5 years. The ratio of men to women was 52% men, 43% women.

The median income for a household in the town was $42,750, and the median income for a family was $47,857.

title: Pineville, Arkansas


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Amagon, Arkansas

Amagon is a town in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 98 at the 2010 census. It is the birthplace of former Governor of Arkansas Mike Beebe.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.3 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 95 people, 39 households, and 29 families residing in the town. The population density was 366.8 /km2. There were 49 housing units at an average density of 189.2 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 93.68% White, 6.32% from other races. 6.32% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 39 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.5% were married couples living together, 15.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.1% were non-families. 20.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 31.6% from 45 to 64, and 18.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 72.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $15,938, and the median income for a family was $18,750. Males had a median income of $17,083 versus $12,500 for females. The per capita income for the town was $10,294. There were 23.3% of families and 20.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 28.6% of under eighteens and 33.3% of those over 64.

Education
It is in the Newport School District.

title: Amagon, Arkansas


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Beedeville, Arkansas

Beedeville is a town in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 107 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Beedeville is located at 35.42972°N, -91.10861°W (35.429727, -91.108572). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 3.0 sqkm, of which 0.02 sqkm, or 0.50%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 105 people, 43 households, and 30 families residing in the town. The population density was 33.2 /km2. There were 58 housing units at an average density of 18.4 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 95.24% White, 3.81% Black or African American and 0.95% Native American.

There were 43 households, out of which 39.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.5% were married couples living together, 2.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 23.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 29.5% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 30.5% from 25 to 44, 19.0% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $34,375, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $24,500 versus $11,607 for females. The per capita income for the town was $24,995. There were 15.4% of families and 10.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including 14.3% of under eighteens and 4.8% of those over 64.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Beedeville has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Education
Newport School District operates public schools. The Beedeville School District consolidated into the Newport School District on July 1, 1985.

title: Beedeville, Arkansas


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Campbell Station, Arkansas

Campbell Station is a city in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 255 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 4.5 km2, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 228 people, 94 households, and 72 families residing in the town. The population density was 50.9 /km2. There were 100 housing units at an average density of 22.3 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 96.93% White, 2.63% Black or African American and 0.44% Native American.

There were 94 households, out of which 25.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.6% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.4% were non-families. 23.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the town the population was spread out, with 19.7% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 32.9% from 25 to 44, 28.9% from 45 to 64, and 10.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.9 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $37,778, and the median income for a family was $38,472. Males had a median income of $31,500 versus $21,146 for females. The per capita income for the town was $16,110. About 9.4% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.4% of those under the age of eighteen and 3.8% of those 65 or over.

Education
It is in the Jackson County School District.

It was formerly in the Tuckerman School District. On July 1, 1993, that district merged into the Jackson County district.

title: Campbell Station, Arkansas


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Diaz, Arkansas

Diaz is a city in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 1,318 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.9 sqmi, of which 5.9 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi (0.34%) is water.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,224 people, 505 households, and 374 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,284 people, 465 households, and 365 families residing in the city. The population density was 216.8 PD/sqmi. There were 552 housing units at an average density of 93.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 69.63% White, 28.35% Black or African American, 0.47% Native American, 0.55% from other races, and 1.01% from two or more races. 1.17% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 465 households, out of which 38.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.5% were married couples living together, 18.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.3% were non-families. 18.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.76 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.5% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 30.5% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 9.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,792, and the median income for a family was $38,646. Males had a median income of $31,339 versus $19,853 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,867. About 11.7% of families and 14.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.5% of those under age 18 and 17.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Diaz is divided between the Newport School District and the Jackson County School District.

The portion of what is now the Diaz CDP that is in the Jackson County district was formerly in the Tuckerman School District. On July 1, 1993, that district merged into the Jackson County district.

title: Diaz, Arkansas


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Grubbs, Arkansas

Grubbs is a city in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 386 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.4 km2, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 438 people, 186 households, and 135 families residing in the town. The population density was 307.5 /km2. There were 213 housing units at an average density of 149.5 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 94.52% White, and 5.48% from two or more races. 0.68% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 186 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.9% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.4% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.80.

In the town the population was spread out, with 18.3% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 26.5% from 45 to 64, and 19.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $23,929, and the median income for a family was $33,036. Males had a median income of $26,125 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,809. About 11.9% of families and 15.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.6% of those under age 18 and 30.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Jackson County School District serves the community. The school district formed on July 1, 1993, due to the merger of the Tuckerman School District and the Grubbs School District.

title: Grubbs, Arkansas


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Jacksonport, Arkansas

Jacksonport is a town in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States, along the White River at its confluence with the Black River. The population was 212 at the 2010 census.

History
Jacksonport was once an important steamboat stop on the White River. During the Civil War the town served as a transportation hub for Confederate forces.

Jacksonport was the terminus of the Batesville and Brinkley Railroad, later called the White and Black River Valley Railway, which reached the town from Brinkley, Arkansas in November 1886. The line was subsequently operated by the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway until closed in 1940.

Geography
Jacksonport is located at 35.64111°N, -91.30889°W (35.640990, -91.308860).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.9 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 235 people, 104 households, and 66 families residing in the town. The population density was 252.0 /km2. There were 114 housing units at an average density of 122.3 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 94.47% White, 2.98% Black or African American, 0.43% Native American, and 2.13% from two or more races.

There were 104 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.5% were non-families. 29.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 20.0% under the age of 18, 10.6% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 28.9% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.1 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $26,563, and the median income for a family was $28,333. Males had a median income of $26,083 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,150. About 21.9% of families and 22.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 17.9% of those 65 or over.

Education
It is in the Newport School District.

title: Jacksonport, Arkansas


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Newport, Arkansas

Newport is a city in and the county seat of Jackson County, Arkansas, United States located on the White River, 84 mi northeast of Little Rock. The population was 7,879 at the 2010 census.

Newport is home to a campus of the Arkansas State University system, with particular focus on training in transportation careers. Newport is known as the town in which Sam Walton owned a Ben Franklin store prior to starting Wal-Mart.

Newport has ten properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 35.5 sqkm, of which 34.8 sqkm is land and 0.7 sqkm, or 1.92%, is water.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Newport has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 8,005 people, 2,261 households, and 1,234 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, the city's residents comprised 7,811 people in 2,690 households 1,702 families. The population density was 599.2 PD/sqmi. There were 3,118 housing units at an average density of 239.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 56.57% White, 41.76% Black or African American, 0.27% Native American, 0.33% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.28% from other races, and 0.77% from two or more races. 1.13% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 2,690 households, out of which 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.5% were married couples living together, 17.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.7% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.90.

19.6% of the population were under the age of 18, 16.7% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 17.9% 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,853, and the median per capita income was $13,867. About 23.6% of families and 28.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 40.6% of those under age 18 and 17.5% of those age 65 or over.

Government and infrastructure
The Grimes Unit and the McPherson Unit, prisons of the Arkansas Department of Correction, are located in Newport, off Arkansas Highway 384, 4 mi east of central Newport. The prison houses the state's death row for women.

The United States Postal Service operates the Newport Post Office.

Economy

 * Medallion Foods, snack-food producer

Elementary and secondary education
Newport is supported with public education from the Newport School District, including Newport High School.

Postsecondary education
The main campus of the two-year community college, Arkansas State University-Newport is located here.

Commerce

 * Helen Walton, wife of Sam Walton
 * Sam Walton, founder of Wal-Mart
 * S. Robson Walton, John T. Walton, Jim Walton and Alice Walton, children of the Wal-Mart founder

Entertainment and literature

 * Sonny Burgess, rockabilly artist and a member of Rockabilly Hall of Fame
 * Elizabeth Gregg Patterson, short fiction writer
 * Mary Steenburgen, Academy Award-winning actress

Politics, military, and education

 * Mike Beebe, former Governor of Arkansas
 * Les Eaves, member of the Arkansas House of Representatives from White County; businessman in Newport
 * Kaneaster Hodges Jr., appointed to succeed John McClellan as United States Senator upon McClellan's death in 1977
 * Paul K. Holmes III, federal judge
 * Ed Madden, activist, poet, and professor at the University of South Carolina
 * J. Fred Parish, Arkansas state senator from 1933 to 1937
 * Admiral Charles Ray, Vice Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard
 * Harmon L. Remmel, Republican party boss in the early 20th century
 * Martha Shoffner, Treasurer of the State of Arkansas from 2007 to 2013
 * Robert L. Stanton, born and raised in Newport; he became a dentist and in 1932 the first African American to be elected to the Indiana State House on the Democratic Party ticket, serving two terms
 * Dwight Tosh, member of the Arkansas House of Representatives from Jonesboro; former Newport resident and former state police officer
 * Jim Wood, Arkansas State Auditor from 2003 to 2011

Sports

 * Dowell Loggains, NFL offensive coordinator, New York Jets
 * Julius Pruitt, played for NFL's Miami Dolphins
 * Theo Young, played one season with NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers and is a college football coach

title: Newport, Arkansas


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Swifton, Arkansas

Swifton is a city in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States. The mayor is Craig Crider. The population was 798 at the 2010 census. Swifton was the hometown of Baseball Hall of Famer George Kell.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.4 km2, all land.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 733 people, 374 households, and 237 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 871 people, 335 households, and 245 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,752.3 PD/sqmi. There were 365 housing units at an average density of 734.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.93% White, 0.46% Black or African American, 0.11% Native American, 1.03% from other races, and 0.46% from two or more races. 2.30% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 335 households, out of which 34.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.5% were married couples living together, 13.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.6% were non-families. 25.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.0% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,375, and the median income for a family was $31,375. Males had a median income of $22,500, versus $15,682 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,922. About 17.5% of families and 22.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 34.3% of those under age 18 and 24.0% of those age 65 or over.

Education
It is within the Jackson County School District. Tuckerman Elementary School, Swifton Middle School, and Tuckerman High School are the district schools.

On July 1, 2004, the Swifton School District was merged into the Jackson County School District.

Notable people

 * George Kell, Major League Baseball player, member of Baseball Hall of Fame
 * Skeeter Kell, Major League baseball player
 * Bobby Winkles, Major League and college baseball manager, raised in Swifton

title: Swifton, Arkansas


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Tuckerman, Arkansas

Tuckerman is a city in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 1,862 at the 2010 census.

Each year, Tuckerman hosts Hometown Days, for the town and fundraiser for the Tuckerman Volunteer Ambulance Service.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.6 km2, of which 0.02 sqkm, or 0.22%, is water.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,707 people, 857 households, and 537 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,757 people, 769 households, and 519 families residing in the city. The population density was 830.0 PD/sqmi. There were 834 housing units at an average density of 394.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.70% White, 8.71% Black or African American, 0.80% Native American, and 0.80% from two or more races. 0.91% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 769 households, out of which 25.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.3% were married couples living together, 13.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.5% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.6% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,000, and the median income for a family was $33,512. Males had a median income of $27,750 versus $19,621 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,803. About 10.8% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.5% of those under age 18 and 19.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Tuckerman is the home of the Jackson County School District and Tuckerman High School. The school district formed on July 1, 1993, due to the merger of the Tuckerman School District and the Grubbs School District.

Notable people

 * Jim Barnes, basketball player, Olympic gold medalist, top pick of 1964 NBA draft.
 * Bobby Winkles, baseball coach at Arizona State University and in Major League Baseball.

title: Tuckerman, Arkansas


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Tupelo, Arkansas

Tupelo is a town in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 180 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.8 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 177 people, 76 households, and 50 families residing in the town. The population density was 220.5/km$2$ (568.5/mi2). There were 93 housing units at an average density of 115.8/km$2$ (298.7/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 99.44% White, 0.56% from other races. 1.69% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 76 households, out of which 22.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.3% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.9% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.80.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 22.0% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 29.9% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 18.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $27,614, and the median income for a family was $28,750. Males had a median income of $24,375 versus $14,750 for females. The per capita income for the town was $12,301. About 13.3% of families and 23.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.1% of those under the age of 18 and 25.0% of those 65 or over.

Education
It is in the Newport School District.

title: Tupelo, Arkansas


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Weldon, Arkansas

Weldon is a town in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 75 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.7 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 100 people, 44 households, and 27 families residing in the town. The population density was 148.5/km$2$ (383.9/mi2). There were 54 housing units at an average density of 80.2/km$2$ (207.3/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 95.00% White, 2.00% Black or African American, 1.00% from other races, and 2.00% from two or more races. 1.00% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 44 households, out of which 36.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.5% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.6% were non-families. 36.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.0% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 21.0% from 25 to 44, 28.0% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.1 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $27,188, and the median income for a family was $56,250. Males had a median income of $29,167 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the town was $20,161. There were no families and 6.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including no one under eighteens and 9.5% of those over 64.

History
Weldon was originally a station on the Batesville & Brinkley Railroad, a narrow-gauge line which operated between Brinkley and Newport, Arkansas. The railroad eventually became part of the Rock Island Railroad and was abandoned in 1940. The Weldon Rock Island depot survived another 50 years after the railroad's demise, and on June 11, 1992, was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The depot eventually succumbed to old age and neglect and the property was delisted from the Register on September 25, 2012.

Education
It is in the Newport School District.

title: Weldon, Arkansas


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Altheimer, Arkansas

Altheimer is a city in Plum Bayou Township, Jefferson County, Arkansas, United States. It is situated on the Union Pacific Railway, 11 mi northeast of Pine Bluff. As of the 2010 census it had a population of 984, down from 1,192 at the 2000 census. As of 2018 the estimated population was 829 and was down to 696 in the 2020 Census, with zero change estimated in 2021 and 2022.

Geography
Altheimer is part of the Timberlands Region, an area rich in natural resources that was discovered by pioneers from the eastern states in the early 19th century. Deer hunting, bass fishing, timber and oil are plentiful in this area.

Altheimer is in northeastern Jefferson County, 14 mi northeast of Pine Bluff, the county seat. U.S. Route 63/79 runs along the northwestern edge of the city, leading southwest to Pine Bluff and northeast 11 mi to Humphrey. Little Rock, the state capital, is 50 mi to the northwest by road.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Altheimer has a total area of 5.6 sqkm, of which 5.4 sqkm are land and 0.2 sqkm, or 3.22%, are water. Flat Bayou winds through the center of the city, flowing north toward Wabbaseka Bayou, which in turn flows southeast via a succession of names to the Arkansas River.

History
The city was named for brothers Joseph and Louis Altheimer, two Pine Bluff merchants. Louis, who was born in Eberstadt in 1850, read stories by German adventurer Frederick Gerstacker telling of the rich natural resources in Arkansas, and left for America as a teenager, eventually settling in Pine Bluff. Louis brought his brother Joseph with him to the land that would eventually bear their name. Joseph's son, Benjamin, became a successful attorney, establishing the prominent Chicago law firm of Altheimer, Mayer, Woods, and Smith (later known as Altheimer & Gray), and serving twice as president of Chicago's Iroquois Club, the city's oldest Democratic Party political club. Benjamin owned 15000 acre of land in Arkansas. His foundation, the Ben J. Altheimer Foundation, provided scholarships and funding for projects throughout the state and continues today as the Ben J. Altheimer Charitable Foundation, Inc.

Altheimer is home to many restored pioneer-era log cabins, Victorian era plantation houses and museums. One of the most prominent locations is The Elms, a former plantation house on the Collier Estate built in 1886, renovated by Ben Altheimer in the 1930s. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Elms is open to the public for retreats, family reunions and tours. Also located on the property are the Elms Duck Lodges, which provides hunting and fishing in the private lake and pond. Roselawn, also known as the Collier-Barnett House, was built in 1875 and added to National Register of Historic Places in 1978. Lake Dick is an oxbow lake located 4 mi south of Altheimer. This area formerly held farmsteads of eighty white American families who were moved into the area in 1936 as part of the Farm Security Administration. Lake Dick was added to the register in 1975.

In 2007 and 2013, respectively, Altheimer's secondary and elementary schools closed. As a result, a number of residents moved to Pine Bluff to be closer to the zoned schools operated by the Dollarway School District, and multiple businesses lost revenue.

2000 Census
As of the census of 2010, there were 984 people, 361 households, and 248 families residing in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 10% White, 88.1% Black or African American, 1% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 0.3% from two or more races. 1.4% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 361 households, out of which 25.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.1% were married couples living together, 24.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.3% were non-families. 27.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.29.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.3% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 15 to 19, 7.0% from 40 to 44, 5.3% from 60 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36.9 years.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,500, and the median income for a family was $34,153. About 30.9% of families and 35.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 60.4% of those under age 18 and 3.9% of those age 65 or over.

Primary and secondary schools
Altheimer is served by the Pine Bluff School District. Students are zoned to Park/Greenville School for preschool, James Matthews Elementary School, Robert F. Morehead Middle School, and Dollarway High School.

In the racial segregation era Altheimer Training School served as the high school for African-Americans, while Altheimer High School served as the high school for white students. At one point it was served by the Altheimer School District, which operated Martin Elementary School, Martin High School, Altheimer Elementary School, and Altheimer High School in Altheimer. The Altheimer-Sherrill district was created in 1979 when the Altheimer and Sherrill districts merged.

On September 1, 1993, Altheimer-Sherrill consolidated into the Altheimer Unified School District; Altheimer Unified operated two schools: Martin Elementary School and Altheimer-Sherrill High School. The Altheimer Unified School District consolidated into the Dollarway School District on July 10, 2006.

Altheimer-Martin Elementary School, a Dollarway School District elementary school, occupied the former high school facility. The 30000 sqft building was built in 1987; it included a gymnasium. Up to 2013 the school's enrollment declined, and in 2013 the Dollarway superintendent decided that the school should be closed in light of the declining attendance. In its final year the school had 78 students. Since 2013 some property had been taken from the school building, and a lack of maintenance occurred. Altheimer mayor Zola Hudson stated a desire for the city government to repurpose the building. By 2018 the district was proceeding to donate the elementary building.

Altheimer Middle School and Altheimer-Sherrill High School both closed in 2007. At the time the middle school had 102 students and the high school had 137 students.

In December 2020 the Arkansas State Board of Education ruled that the Dollarway School District should merge into the Pine Bluff School District as of July 1, 2021; the post-merger school district is to operate all existing schools from both districts. Accordingly, the attendance boundary maps of the respective schools remained the same for the 2021–2022 school year, and all DSD territory went to be within the PBSD territory. The exception was with the pre-kindergarten levels, as all PBSD areas are now assigned to Forrest Park/Greenville School, including the territory from the former Dollarway district. In 2023 the district announced that Dollarway High would merge into Pine Bluff High School, and that Morehead Middle School would become the only middle school for all of the Pine Bluff School District.

Public libraries
The Pine Bluff and Jefferson County Library System operates the Altheimer Branch, an about 3500 sqft building identical to that of the Redfield Library, located on a 1 acre tract in Altheimer. The library was built on land sold by Altheimer Unified to the county government for $3,784. The library was constructed in October 2001.

Notable people

 * Gloria Long Anderson (born November 5, 1938) American chemist
 * Tail Dragger Jones (born James Yancey Jones, 1940), American Chicago blues singer
 * James McDonnell (1899–1980), American aerospace engineer

title: Altheimer, Arkansas