Black Oak township, Arkansas
Black Oak township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Black Oak township is a geographic entity located in Crittenden County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 242. The land area covers 64.03 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | ±108 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs | ±10.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 106 | ±37 | 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 | 138 | ±54 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 106 | ±37 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 32 | ±40 |
| Median Home Value | $83,300 | ±$25,552 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,722 | ±$9,081 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,366 | ±$8,700 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.7% | ±23.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 47 | ±56 |
| Unemployment Rate | 12.4% | ±18.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 113 | ±64 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 69.8% | ±25% |
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 CRITTENDEN
GUS Population: 46,633 (2024)
ID: 122825
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EXECUTIVE SEC FOR COUNTY JUDGE
PO BOX 2, 100 COURT ST, MARION AR 72364
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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 | EARLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | EARLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | MARION, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | MARION, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-09 | MARION, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | MARION, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07 | MARION, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MARKED TREE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MARKED TREE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | TYRONZA, 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 Mid-South
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College | 20.2 mi away | 2000 W. Broadway, West Memphis, AR, 72301-3829 |
8707336722
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GILMORE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 187 FRONT STREET, GILMORE, AR, 72339 |
(870) 343-2697
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EARLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 703 COMMERCE STREET, EARLE, AR, 72331 |
(870) 792-8500
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TURRELL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 52 FLIPPO ST, TURRELL, AR, 72384 |
(870) 343-4005
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MARKED TREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 102 LOCUST, MARKED TREE, AR, 72365 |
(870) 358-3190
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PARKIN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 122 WILSON ST, PARKIN, AR, 72373 | — |
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CRAWFORDSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 5444 N. MAIN STREET, CRAWFORDSVILLE, AR, 72327 |
(870) 823-5204
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WOOLFOLK LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 100 NORTH CURRIE STREET, MARION, AR, 72364 |
(870) 739-3238
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TRUMANN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 1200 WEST MAIN, TRUMANN, AR, 72472 |
(870) 483-7744
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POINSETT COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 200 N. EAST STREET, HARRISBURG, AR, 72432 |
(870) 578-4465
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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 POINSETT SP, AR US, located 17.9 miles from Black Oak township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.6° | 28.2° | 37.4° | 3.51" | — |
| February | 51.6° | 32.3° | 42.0° | 3.88" | — |
| March | 59.9° | 39.9° | 49.9° | 4.94" | — |
| April | 70.7° | 48.9° | 59.8° | 5.60" | — |
| May | 78.1° | 58.9° | 68.5° | 5.69" | — |
| June | 85.8° | 66.7° | 76.2° | 3.58" | — |
| July | 88.3° | 70.6° | 79.4° | 3.89" | — |
| August | 88.0° | 69.4° | 78.7° | 3.35" | — |
| September | 82.8° | 62.0° | 72.4° | 3.23" | — |
| October | 72.4° | 50.1° | 61.2° | 4.23" | — |
| November | 59.8° | 39.6° | 49.7° | 4.40" | — |
| December | 48.9° | 32.1° | 40.5° | 4.87" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilmore city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Tyronza city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
| Earle city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Turrell city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Marked Tree city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Birdsong town | Town | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0503590708. • 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.