Blackland township, Arkansas
Blackland township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Blackland township is a geographic entity located in Howard County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 122. The land area covers 15.09 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 122 | ±121 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs | ±23.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 51 | ±39 | 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 | 85 | ±69 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 51 | ±39 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 34 | ±57 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $26,511 | ±$12,834 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.9% | ±17.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 17 | ±27 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±25.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 51 | ±64 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 66.7% | ±51.6% |
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 HOWARD
GUS Population: 12,387 (2024)
ID: 193078
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
421 N MAIN ST, NASHVILLE AR 71852-2007
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ASHDOWN, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ASHDOWN, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | MINERAL SPRINGS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MINERAL SPRINGS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | NASHVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | NASHVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-09 | NASHVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | NASHVILLE, AR |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana
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College | 20.5 mi away | 2500 S Main, Hope, AR, 71801 |
8707775722
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MINERAL SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 313 EAST RUNNELS, MINERAL SPRINGS, AR, 71851 |
(870) 287-7162
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HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 426 N. MAIN ST., SUITE 5, NASHVILLE, AR, 71852 |
(870) 845-2566
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ASHDOWN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 160 E. COMMERCE ST., ASHDOWN, AR, 71822 |
(870) 898-3233
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LOCKESBURG BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 112 EAST MAIN, LOCKESBURG, AR, 71846 |
(870) 289-2233
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PIKE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 210 2ND AVENUE, MURFREESBORO, AR, 71958 |
(870) 285-2575
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HEMPSTEAD COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 500 SOUTH ELM STREET, HOPE, AR, 71801 |
(870) 777-4564
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DIERKS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 202 W. 3RD, DIERKS, AR, 71833 |
(870) 286-3228
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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 NASHVILLE, AR US, located 7.5 miles from Blackland township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.0° | 31.7° | 42.9° | 3.95" | 1.2" |
| February | 58.5° | 35.0° | 46.7° | 4.24" | 1.0" |
| March | 66.5° | 42.1° | 54.3° | 5.05" | 0.1" |
| April | 74.7° | 49.5° | 62.1° | 5.74" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.7° | 59.8° | 70.8° | 6.15" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.3° | 68.0° | 78.6° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.4° | 71.4° | 82.4° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.9° | 70.3° | 82.1° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.9° | 63.5° | 75.7° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.2° | 51.4° | 64.3° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.1° | 41.0° | 53.1° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| December | 56.4° | 34.3° | 45.3° | 5.12" | 0.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tollette town | Town | 1.1 mi | — |
| Mineral Springs city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Saratoga CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Nashville city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Ozan town | Town | 9.3 mi | — |
| Yarborough Landing CDP | CDP | 10.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0506190698. • 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.