Western township, Arkansas
Western township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Western township is a geographic entity located in Carroll County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,835. The land area covers 105.50 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,835 | ±806 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 56.1 yrs | ±4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,109 | ±344 | 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 | 5,480 | ±341 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,109 | ±344 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,371 | ±290 |
| Median Home Value | $254,300 | ±$20,850 |
| Median Gross Rent | $845 | ±$88 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,651 | ±$6,890 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,316 | ±$3,552 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.6% | ±3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,010 | ±280 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% | ±2.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,347 | ±488 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.8% | ±2.1% |
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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COUNTY OF CARROLL
GUS Population: 28,968 (2024)
ID: 160855
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE
210 W CHURCH AVE, STE 4, BERRYVILLE AR 72616-4233
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | BERRYVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BERRYVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | BERRYVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BERRYVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | EUREKA SPRINGS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | EUREKA SPRINGS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | EUREKA SPRINGS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | GARFIELD, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SHELL KNOB, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | WASHBURN, MO |
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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Academy of Professional Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 21.0 mi away | 2600 West Hudson Road Suite A, Rogers, AR, 72756-2028 |
4792460046
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EUREKA SPRINGS CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 194 SPRING STREET, EUREKA SPRINGS, AR, 72632 |
(479) 253-8754
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NorthWest Arkansas Community College
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College | 21.8 mi away | One College Drive, Bentonville, AR, 72712-5091 |
4799864000
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EAGLE ROCK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 27824 STATE HWY 86, EAGLE ROCK, MO, 65641 |
(417) 271-3186
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Northwest Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 24.5 mi away | 709 S Old Missouri Rd, Springdale, AR, 72764 |
47975188240
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BERRYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 104 SPRING STREET, BERRYVILLE, AR, 72616 |
(870) 423-2323
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CARROLL AND MADISON LIBRARY SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 106 SPRING STREET, BERRYVILLE, AR, 72616 |
(870) 423-5300
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SHELL KNOB BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 24931 STATE HWY 39, SHELL KNOB, MO, 65747 |
(417) 858-3618
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PEA RIDGE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 801 N CURTIS, PEA RIDGE, AR, 72751 |
(479) 451-8442
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CASSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 301 W 17TH ST, CASSVILLE, MO, 65625 |
(417) 847-2121
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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 WASHBURN 5 W, MO US, located 18.5 miles from Western township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.4° | 25.8° | 35.1° | 2.67" | — |
| February | 49.7° | 29.4° | 39.5° | 2.39" | — |
| March | 58.3° | 36.6° | 47.4° | 3.81" | — |
| April | 67.7° | 46.8° | 57.2° | 5.26" | — |
| May | 75.8° | 54.6° | 65.2° | 6.16" | — |
| June | 84.7° | 64.4° | 74.5° | 4.60" | — |
| July | 89.1° | 68.9° | 79.0° | 4.54" | — |
| August | 88.5° | 67.4° | 78.0° | 3.39" | — |
| September | 81.6° | 59.3° | 70.4° | 4.71" | — |
| October | 69.4° | 48.1° | 58.8° | 4.19" | — |
| November | 57.9° | 37.4° | 47.7° | 3.69" | — |
| December | 47.3° | 28.9° | 38.1° | 3.05" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eureka Springs city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Beaver town | Town | 4.2 mi | — |
| Holiday Island city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Lost Bridge Village CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Chain-O-Lakes village | Village | 9.0 mi | — |
| Gateway town | Town | 9.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0501598633. • 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.