Appleton, Arkansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Appleton, Arkansas
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 Appleton, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Appleton, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Arkansas |
| County | Pope County, Arkansas |
| Post Office opened | 1879-1968 |
| Elevation | 152 m (499 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 399 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 72823 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2805618 |
Appleton is a small community in Pope County, Arkansas, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's not officially a city or town with its own local government.
Appleton is also a census-designated place (CDP). This is a special area the government defines for counting people. It helps them gather information for the census.
The community was first listed as a CDP in the 2020 census. At that time, 399 people lived there.
Appleton had its own post office for many years. It opened in 1879 and closed in 1968. The name "Appleton" comes from a fun fact about its past. There was once an apple orchard all around an early drug store in the area.
Population and People
Appleton is a small place with a close-knit community. The number of people living there is counted every ten years. This count is part of the U.S. Decennial Census.
How Many People Live Here?
In 2020, the census showed that 399 people lived in Appleton. This number helps us understand the size of the community.
Who Lives in Appleton?
The census also collects information about the different groups of people living in a place. This helps us see the mix of cultures and backgrounds.
- Most people in Appleton are White (83.71%).
- About 7.52% of the people are of Mixed Race. This means they have family from more than one racial background.
- About 6.52% of the people are Hispanic or Latino. This is an ethnic group that can include people of any race.
- Smaller groups include Native American (1.50%), Asian (0.50%), and Pacific Islander (0.25%).
