Prairie township, Arkansas
Prairie township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Prairie township is a geographic entity located in Hot Spring County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,248. The land area covers 22.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,248 | ±382 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs | ±5.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 440 | ±105 | 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 | 488 | ±106 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 440 | ±105 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 48 | ±31 |
| Median Home Value | $155,900 | ±$37,042 |
| Median Gross Rent | $733 | ±$145 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $84,697 | ±$7,512 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,298 | ±$3,806 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 114 | ±67 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 635 | ±298 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.7% | ±3.2% |
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 HOT SPRING
GUS Population: 33,313 (2024)
ID: 184362
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
210 LOCUST ST, STE 3A, MALVERN AR 72104-3792
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ARKADELPHIA, AR | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | MALVERN, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BISMARCK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BISMARCK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | BISMARCK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | ARKADELPHIA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-03 | PEARCY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | PEARCY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | PEARCY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-09 | PEARCY, 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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Ouachita Baptist University
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College | 8.7 mi away | 410 Ouachita St, Arkadelphia, AR, 71998-0001 |
8702455000
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CLARK COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 609 CADDO STREET, ARKADELPHIA, AR, 71923 |
(870) 246-2271
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Henderson State University
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College | 8.8 mi away | 1100 Henderson Street, Arkadelphia, AR, 71999-0001 |
8702305000
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 202 E. THIRD ST., MALVERN, AR, 72104 |
(501) 332-5441
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Arkansas State University Three Rivers
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College | 13.6 mi away | One College Circle, Malvern, AR, 72104-0816 |
50133750001100
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MID ARKANSAS REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 202 EAST THIRD STREET, MALVERN, AR, 72104 |
(501) 332-5441
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Hot Springs Beauty College
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College Vocational | 17.6 mi away | 100 Cones Rd, Hot Springs, AR, 71901 |
5016244258
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GARLAND COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 1427 MALVERN AVENUE, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 71901 |
(501) 623-4161
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Champion Christian College
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College | 18.1 mi away | 600 Garland Avenue, Hot Springs, AR, 71913 |
5016232272412
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GARLAND COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 1427 MALVERN AVENUE, HOT SPRINGS, AR, 71901 |
(501) 623-4161
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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 HOT SPRINGS ASOS, AR US, located 4.9 miles from Prairie township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.6° | 32.7° | 42.6° | 3.39" | — |
| February | 57.0° | 35.9° | 46.4° | 4.10" | — |
| March | 65.7° | 43.3° | 54.5° | 4.90" | — |
| April | 74.3° | 51.1° | 62.7° | 5.09" | — |
| May | 81.4° | 60.6° | 71.0° | 5.89" | — |
| June | 89.3° | 68.9° | 79.1° | 4.54" | — |
| July | 93.3° | 72.2° | 82.8° | 3.99" | — |
| August | 93.2° | 71.1° | 82.1° | 3.33" | — |
| September | 86.3° | 64.0° | 75.2° | 3.62" | — |
| October | 75.3° | 52.3° | 63.8° | 4.89" | — |
| November | 63.1° | 42.0° | 52.5° | 4.49" | — |
| December | 54.4° | 35.0° | 44.7° | 4.64" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midway town | Town | 1.3 mi | — |
| Friendship town | Town | 1.4 mi | — |
| Donaldson town | Town | 4.4 mi | — |
| Caddo Valley town | Town | 6.7 mi | — |
| Arkadelphia city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Bismarck CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0505996243. • 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.