Augusta township, Arkansas
Augusta township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Augusta township is a geographic entity located in Woodruff County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,974. The land area covers 77.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,974 | ±269 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs | ±8.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 935 | ±125 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,146 | ±122 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 935 | ±125 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 211 | ±87 |
| Median Home Value | $127,000 | ±$23,241 |
| Median Gross Rent | $650 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,625 | ±$6,488 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,330 | ±$5,664 |
| Poverty Rate | 28.2% | ±11% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 543 | ±225 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.6% | ±5.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 829 | ±186 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 73.7% | ±8.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF WOODRUFF
GUS Population: 5,808 (2024)
ID: 122837
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: WOODRUFF COUNTY JUDGE
500 N 3RD ST, AUGUSTA AR 72006-2020
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | AUGUSTA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | AUGUSTA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BALD KNOB, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BALD KNOB, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BRADFORD, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BRADFORD, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BALD KNOB, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MCCRORY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MCCRORY, AR | |
| 4 Nearby | 6-17 | BRADFORD, AR |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Arkansas State University-Newport
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College | 20.8 mi away | 7648 Victory Blvd, Newport, AR, 72112 |
8705127800
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WOODRUFF COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 201 MULBERRY STREET, AUGUSTA, AR, 72006 |
(870) 347-5331
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Harding University
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College | 23.3 mi away | 915 E. Market Ave., Searcy, AR, 72149-5615 |
5012794000
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BRADFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 302 W. WALNUT, BRADFORD, AR, 72020 |
(501) 344-2558
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Searcy Beauty College
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College Vocational | 24.0 mi away | 1004 S Main St, Searcy, AR, 72143 |
5012686300
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MCCRORY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 105 EAST SECOND ST., MCCRORY, AR, 72101 |
(870) 731-0150
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LYDA MILLER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 2609 HWY. 368 N., BALD KNOB, AR, 72010 |
(501) 724-5452
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W.A. BILLINGSLEY/JACKSON COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 213 WALNUT STREET, NEWPORT, AR, 72112 |
(870) 523-2952
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BALDWIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 612 VAN BUREN, JUDSONIA, AR, 72081 |
(501) 729-3995
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SEARCY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 113 E. PLEASURE AVE., SEARCY, AR, 72143 |
(501) 268-2449
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NEWPORT, AR US, located 16.9 miles from Augusta township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.7° | 29.6° | 37.7° | 3.67" | 0.8" |
| February | 50.7° | 33.2° | 41.9° | 3.96" | 0.9" |
| March | 59.8° | 41.4° | 50.6° | 5.01" | 0.7" |
| April | 70.0° | 50.8° | 60.4° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| May | 78.2° | 60.4° | 69.3° | 5.59" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.4° | 68.8° | 77.6° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.4° | 72.0° | 80.7° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.9° | 70.0° | 79.4° | 2.97" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.6° | 62.2° | 72.4° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.0° | 50.2° | 61.1° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.8° | 40.4° | 49.6° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| December | 48.7° | 32.9° | 40.8° | 4.93" | 0.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Tupelo town | Town | 6.3 mi | — |
| Bradford city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Weldon town | Town | 8.3 mi | — |
| Patterson city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Russell town | Town | 9.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0514790143. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.