White River township, Arkansas
White River township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
White River township is a geographic entity located in Washington County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 651. The land area covers 35.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 651 | ±216 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.4 yrs | ±8.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 268 | ±81 | 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 | 363 | ±121 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 268 | ±81 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 95 | ±88 |
| Median Home Value | $286,800 | ±$127,189 |
| 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 | $45,278 | ±$6,460 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,331 | ±$10,863 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% | ±16.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 108 | ±115 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±4.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 286 | ±114 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 72.4% | ±14.3% |
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: 266,184 (2024)
ID: 160886
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ATTORNEY
280 N COLLEGE AVE, STE 500, FAYETTEVILLE AR 72701-4284
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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 | PK-04 | FAYETTEVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | FARMINGTON, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | FAYETTEVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | ELKINS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ELKINS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ELKINS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | ELKINS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | FARMINGTON, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-09 | FARMINGTON, 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
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College | 11.2 mi away | 1125 W Maple St, Administration Bldg 425, Fayetteville, AR, 72701 |
4795752000
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WEST FORK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 198 W. MAIN ST., WEST FORK, AR, 72774 |
(479) 839-2626
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Paul Mitchell the School-Arkansas
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College Vocational | 14.3 mi away | 4156 N Steele Blvd, Fayetteville, AR, 72703 |
4794425181
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ELKINS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 352 NORTH CENTER, ELKINS, AR, 72727 |
(479) 643-2904
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Career Academy of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 16.8 mi away | 346 E. Robinson Ave, Springdale, AR, 72764-7128 |
4799860775
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GREENLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 8 EAST ROSS/CITY COMPLEX, GREENLAND, AR, 72737 |
(479) 582-5992
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Northwest Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 17.4 mi away | 709 S Old Missouri Rd, Springdale, AR, 72764 |
47975188240
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 1080 WEST CLYDESDALE DR, FAYETTEVILLE, AR, 72701 |
(479) 442-6253
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Ecclesia College
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College | 21.6 mi away | 9653 Nations Dr, Springdale, AR, 72762 |
4792487236
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WINSLOW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 351 SOUTH HIGHWAY 71, WINSLOW, AR, 72959 |
(479) 634-5406
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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 WINSLOW 7NE, AR US, located 6.1 miles from White River township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.2° | 28.2° | 36.2° | 3.34" | — |
| February | 48.8° | 30.3° | 39.6° | 3.02" | — |
| March | 56.9° | 37.3° | 47.1° | 5.14" | — |
| April | 65.9° | 47.7° | 56.8° | 5.25" | — |
| May | 73.3° | 56.2° | 64.7° | 6.50" | — |
| June | 82.0° | 65.2° | 73.6° | 5.19" | — |
| July | 84.9° | 68.7° | 76.8° | 4.27" | — |
| August | 86.7° | 68.6° | 77.6° | 3.78" | — |
| September | 78.2° | 61.0° | 69.6° | 4.53" | — |
| October | 67.9° | 50.8° | 59.3° | 4.70" | — |
| November | 55.5° | 40.0° | 47.7° | 4.54" | — |
| December | 46.1° | 30.1° | 38.1° | 3.63" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Fork city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Elkins city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Greenland city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Winslow city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Fayetteville city | City | 11.0 mi | — |
| Wesley CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0514398728. • 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.