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Armorel, Arkansas
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 Armorel, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Armorel, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Mississippi |
| Established | 1899 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.48 sq mi (3.8 km2) |
| • Land | 1.39 sq mi (3.6 km2) |
| • Water | 0.09 sq mi (0.2 km2) |
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 312 |
| • Density | 223.8/sq mi (86.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
72310
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-02230 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2805619 |
Armorel is a small community in Mississippi County, Arkansas, United States. It is a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's a specific area the government counts for population. However, it does not have its own city government.
In 2020, about 312 people lived in Armorel. The community is mostly surrounded by forests and farms. Most of Armorel lies between Arkansas highways 18 and 312. The town's name was created by combining parts of "Arkansas" and "Missouri." It also includes the first three letters of its founder's last name, Wilson.
History of Armorel
Armorel was started in 1899 by R.E.L. Wilson. He was a very successful businessman who owned many lumber companies. He was also the president of Lee Wilson and Company. By 1900, one of his companies, the Beall Lumber Company, was operating in Armorel. Sadly, the lumber mill and almost three million feet of cut wood burned down on June 10, 1902.
By 1904, Armorel got a railroad connection. The Chickasawba Railroad finished its line from Blytheville to Barfield Landing. This landing was on the Mississippi River. This railroad line soon became part of the Jonesboro, Lake City, and Eastern Railroad.
In 1924, the community of Armorel hosted a local group. This group was part of the Universal Negro Improvement Association, founded by Marcus Garvey.
Education in Armorel
Students in Armorel can attend public schools from early childhood through high school. The Armorel School District provides education for the community. Students can graduate from Armorel High School.
Population Facts
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| 2020 | 312 | — | |
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As of the 2020 census, Armorel had a population of 312 people.
Notable People
- Joey L. Carr, an American politician who lived in Armorel.
