Caney township, Arkansas
Caney township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Caney township is a geographic entity located in Nevada County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 643. The land area covers 36.45 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | ±203 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.3 yrs | ±18.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 301 | ±116 | 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 | 391 | ±124 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 301 | ±116 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 90 | ±52 |
| Median Home Value | $29,200 | ±$12,829 |
| 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 | $71,694 | ±$1,207 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,260 | ±$8,789 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.7% | ±17% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 114 | ±115 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 296 | ±109 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 51.8% | ±27.5% |
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 NEVADA
GUS Population: 8,004 (2024)
ID: 160875
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADM ASST TO COUNTY JUDGE
215 E 2ND ST S, STE 101, PRESCOTT AR 71857-2136
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Education
Listing 5 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | ROSSTON, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ROSSTON, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | PRESCOTT, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PRESCOTT, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | PRESCOTT, 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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University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana
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College | 19.2 mi away | 2500 S Main, Hope, AR, 71801 |
8707775722
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PRESCOTT/NEVADA COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 121 WEST MAIN, PRESCOTT, AR, 71857 |
(870) 557-5846
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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
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College | 21.9 mi away | 100 E. University, Magnolia, AR, 71753 |
8702354000
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SOUTHWEST ARKANSAS REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 121 WEST MAIN, PRESCOTT, AR, 71857 | — |
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STEPHENS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 315 W. CHERT, STEPHENS, AR, 71764 | — |
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HEMPSTEAD COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 500 SOUTH ELM STREET, HOPE, AR, 71801 |
(870) 777-4564
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CABE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 312 MAIN STREET, STAMPS, AR, 71860 | — |
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COLUMBIA COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 2057 NORTH JACKSON, MAGNOLIA, AR, 71753 |
(870) 234-1991
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CABE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 204 EAST WALNUT, GURDON, AR, 71743 |
(870) 353-2911
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PUBLIC LIBRARY OF CAMDEN & OUACHITA COUNTY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 405 CASH RD, CAMDEN, AR, 71701 |
(870) 836-5083
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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 PRESCOTT 2 NNW, AR US, located 16.3 miles from Caney township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.3° | 29.7° | 41.5° | 4.33" | 1.4" |
| February | 57.7° | 33.0° | 45.4° | 4.75" | 0.9" |
| March | 66.3° | 40.4° | 53.3° | 5.46" | 0.2" |
| April | 74.3° | 48.6° | 61.4° | 5.46" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.9° | 58.5° | 69.7° | 5.86" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.3° | 66.6° | 77.4° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.8° | 70.0° | 80.9° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.9° | 69.0° | 80.5° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.0° | 62.1° | 74.1° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| October | 75.6° | 50.1° | 62.8° | 5.07" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.7° | 39.4° | 51.6° | 4.54" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.2° | 32.4° | 43.8° | 5.36" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosston town | Town | 1.8 mi | — |
| Cale town | Town | 2.3 mi | — |
| Willisville town | Town | 6.5 mi | — |
| Bodcaw town | Town | 7.9 mi | — |
| Bluff City town | Town | 12.0 mi | — |
| Emmet city | City | 14.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0509991323. • 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.