Township 1, Arkansas
Township 1 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Township 1 is a geographic entity located in Sebastian County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,633. The land area covers 160.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,633 | ±788 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,864 | ±407 | 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 | 5,464 | ±419 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,864 | ±407 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 600 | ±221 |
| Median Home Value | $156,100 | ±$17,877 |
| Median Gross Rent | $976 | ±$100 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,753 | ±$9,139 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,437 | ±$3,093 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,049 | ±257 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,677 | ±486 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.9% | ±4.1% |
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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GUS Population: 130,035 (2024)
ID: 160882
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
35 S 6TH ST, STE 106, FORT SMITH AR 72901-2414
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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 | ALMA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | ALMA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALMA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | ALMA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FORT SMITH, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BARLING, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FORT SMITH, AR | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | FORT SMITH, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FORT SMITH, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BOONEVILLE, 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 Colleges of Health Education
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College | 9.5 mi away | 7000 Chad Colley Blvd., Fort Smith, AR, 72916-0366 |
4793082243
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LAVACA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 100 S. DAVIS, LAVACA, AR, 72941 |
(479) 674-4355
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Designer Barber & Stylist School
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College Vocational | 13.8 mi away | 4803 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR, 72903-3753 |
4794788388
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CHARLESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 12 S SCHOOL STREET, CHARLESTON, AR, 72933 |
(479) 965-2605
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University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
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College | 14.1 mi away | 5210 Grand Ave, Fort Smith, AR, 72913-3649 |
4797887000
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SCOTT SEBASTIAN REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 18 N. ADAIR, GREENWOOD, AR, 72936 |
(479) 996-2856
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Academy of Salon and Spa
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College Vocational | 16.1 mi away | 311 S 16th St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901 |
4797825059
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DALLAS STREET BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 8100 DALLAS STREET, FORT SMITH, AR, 72903 |
(479) 484-5650
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ALMA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 624 FAYETTEVILLE AVENUE, ALMA, AR, 72921 |
(479) 632-4140
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MILLER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 8701 S. 28TH ST., FORT SMITH, AR, 72908 |
(479) 646-3945
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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 FT SMITH RGNL AP, AR US, located 12.2 miles from Township 1. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.3° | 29.6° | 40.4° | 2.91" | 1.4" |
| February | 56.6° | 33.4° | 45.0° | 2.69" | 0.6" |
| March | 65.6° | 41.5° | 53.5° | 3.90" | 0.3" |
| April | 74.5° | 49.8° | 62.1° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.4° | 59.5° | 70.4° | 5.63" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.4° | 68.3° | 78.8° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| July | 94.1° | 72.1° | 83.1° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.7° | 70.9° | 82.3° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.5° | 63.1° | 74.8° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| October | 75.9° | 51.0° | 63.5° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.4° | 40.0° | 51.7° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.3° | 32.3° | 42.8° | 3.48" | 0.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lavaca city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Central City town | Town | 5.8 mi | — |
| Charleston city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Greenwood city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Barling city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Kibler city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0513197530. • 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.