Township 5, Arkansas
Township 5 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Township 5 is a geographic entity located in Benton County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 59,686. The land area covers 220.32 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59,686 | ±1,838 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs | ±0.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 21,366 | ±767 | 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 | 23,060 | ±741 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 21,366 | ±767 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,694 | ±390 |
| Median Home Value | $350,500 | ±$16,657 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,174 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $99,735 | ±$4,716 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,366 | ±$2,162 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% | ±1.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,526 | ±860 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 29,961 | ±1,151 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95% | ±1.6% |
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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GUS Population: 321,566 (2024)
ID: 203944
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ACCOUNTING MANAGER
215 E CENTRAL AVE, BENTONVILLE AR 72712-5395
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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 | FAYETTEVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | BENTONVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | BENTONVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | ROGERS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ROGERS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BENTONVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | FAYETTEVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SPRINGDALE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ROGERS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BENTONVILLE, 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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Ecclesia College
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College | 7.9 mi away | 9653 Nations Dr, Springdale, AR, 72762 |
4792487236
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GENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 105 E MAIN ST, GENTRY, AR, 72734 |
(479) 736-2054
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John Brown University
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College | 10.4 mi away | 2000 W University St, Siloam Springs, AR, 72761 |
4795249500
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IVA JANE PEEK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 121 N. MAIN STREET, DECATUR, AR, 72722 |
(479) 752-7323
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Paul Mitchell the School-Arkansas
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College Vocational | 14.2 mi away | 4156 N Steele Blvd, Fayetteville, AR, 72703 |
4794425181
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SILOAM SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 205 EAST JEFFERSON ST., SILOAM SPRINGS, AR, 72761 |
(479) 524-4236
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Career Academy of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 14.4 mi away | 346 E. Robinson Ave, Springdale, AR, 72764-7128 |
4799860775
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SPRINGDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 405 SOUTH PLEASANT STREET, SPRINGDALE, AR, 72764 |
(479) 750-8180
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NorthWest Arkansas Community College
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College | 14.8 mi away | One College Drive, Bentonville, AR, 72712-5091 |
4799864000
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BENTONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 405 SOUTH MAIN STREET, BENTONVILLE, AR, 72712 |
(479) 271-3192
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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 FAYETTEVILLE NW AR AP, AR US, located 6.0 miles from Township 5. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.5° | 26.7° | 37.1° | 2.51" | — |
| February | 52.3° | 30.0° | 41.1° | 2.24" | — |
| March | 61.2° | 38.0° | 49.6° | 3.53" | — |
| April | 70.2° | 46.1° | 58.1° | 4.98" | — |
| May | 77.4° | 55.3° | 66.3° | 5.92" | — |
| June | 85.5° | 64.4° | 74.9° | 4.29" | — |
| July | 90.3° | 68.5° | 79.4° | 4.17" | — |
| August | 90.2° | 67.0° | 78.6° | 3.34" | — |
| September | 82.4° | 58.7° | 70.5° | 3.86" | — |
| October | 71.6° | 47.2° | 59.4° | 4.00" | — |
| November | 59.7° | 37.3° | 48.5° | 3.74" | — |
| December | 50.0° | 29.2° | 39.6° | 2.85" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springtown town | Town | 3.6 mi | — |
| Highfill town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Gentry city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Elm Springs city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Tontitown city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Siloam Springs city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0500797650. • 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.