Prescott, Arkansas
Quick Statistics
Prescott is a community in Nevada County, Arkansas, home to about 3,032 people spread across 6.4 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $26,722 a year, and a typical home is worth about $82,400. About 23.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 8 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Arkansas towns GeoStat tracks, Prescott ranks number 109 of 614 in population, number 278 in median household income, number 407 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Prescott typically top out near 92°F in July, while January nights average about 30°F. The area sees roughly 3 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Emmet, AR | 7.1 mi. | 435 |
| 2. | Perrytown, AR | 11.0 mi. | 251 |
| 3. | Blevins, AR | 11.7 mi. | 167 |
| 4. | Okolona, AR | 13.9 mi. | 287 |
| 5. | Oakhaven, AR | 14.2 mi. | 34 |
| 6. | Hope, AR | 14.7 mi. | 8,671 |
| 7. | Cale, AR | 15.2 mi. | 86 |
| 8. | Whelen Springs, AR | 15.4 mi. | 52 |
What is the population of Prescott, Arkansas?
Prescott has a population of about 3,032 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Prescott, Arkansas in?
Prescott is located in Nevada County, Arkansas.
What is the median home value in Prescott, Arkansas?
The median home value in Prescott is about $82,400, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Prescott, Arkansas?
The median personal income in Prescott is about $26,722 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Prescott, Arkansas?
Since 1950, 21 tornadoes have been recorded in Nevada County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Prescott, Arkansas?
Typical July highs run about 92 degrees and January lows about 30 degrees, with around 3 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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