Arkansas City, Arkansas
Quick Statistics
Arkansas City is a community in Desha County, Arkansas, home to about 456 people spread across 0.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $35,391 a year, and a typical home is worth about $104,700. About 18.6% of adults hold a college degree, and 87.7% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 25 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Arkansas towns GeoStat tracks, Arkansas City ranks number 312 of 614 in population, number 360 in median household income, number 309 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Arkansas City typically top out near 90°F in July, while January nights average about 34°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | McGehee, AR | 11.0 mi. | 3,666 |
| 2. | Benoit, MS | 11.7 mi. | 509 |
| 3. | Dermott, AR | 14.3 mi. | 2,330 |
| 4. | Reed, AR | 15.3 mi. | 156 |
| 5. | Tillar, AR | 15.9 mi. | 119 |
| 6. | Metcalfe, MS | 16.0 mi. | 1,068 |
| 7. | Greenville, MS | 17.9 mi. | 28,166 |
| 8. | Beulah, MS | 18.0 mi. | 327 |
What is the population of Arkansas City, Arkansas?
Arkansas City has a population of about 456 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Arkansas City, Arkansas in?
Arkansas City is located in Desha County, Arkansas.
What is the median home value in Arkansas City, Arkansas?
The median home value in Arkansas City is about $104,700, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Arkansas City, Arkansas?
The median personal income in Arkansas City is about $35,391 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Arkansas City, Arkansas?
Since 1950, 26 tornadoes have been recorded in Desha County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Arkansas City, Arkansas?
Typical July highs run about 90 degrees and January lows about 34 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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