Banks, Arkansas facts for kids
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Banks, Arkansas
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Location of Banks in Bradley County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Bradley |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.38 sq mi (0.97 km2) |
| • Land | 0.38 sq mi (0.97 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 207 ft (63 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 87 |
| • Density | 231.38/sq mi (89.39/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71631
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-03430 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2405207 |
Banks is a small town located in Bradley County, Arkansas, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a friendly community. In the 2020 census, the town had a population of 87 people.
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Where is Banks Located?
Banks is found in the southern part of Arkansas. A main road, U.S. Route 278, goes right through the middle of the town. If you travel east on this road for about 13 miles, you'll reach Warren, which is the main town of Bradley County. If you go west for about 13 miles, you'll arrive in Hampton, the main town of Calhoun County.
The United States Census Bureau says that Banks covers an area of about 1.0 square kilometer (or 0.38 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town's boundaries.
How Many People Live in Banks?
The number of people living in Banks has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 244 | — | |
| 1920 | 347 | 42.2% | |
| 1930 | 199 | −42.7% | |
| 1940 | 248 | 24.6% | |
| 1950 | 240 | −3.2% | |
| 1960 | 233 | −2.9% | |
| 1970 | 189 | −18.9% | |
| 1980 | 216 | 14.3% | |
| 1990 | 88 | −59.3% | |
| 2000 | 120 | 36.4% | |
| 2010 | 124 | 3.3% | |
| 2020 | 87 | −29.8% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 120 people living in Banks. These people lived in 50 different homes. About 26% of these homes had children under 18 living there. The average age of people in Banks in 2000 was 41 years old.
By the 2010 census, the population had grown slightly to 124 people. However, by the 2020 census, the population was 87 people.
Education in Banks
Students who live in Banks attend schools that are part of the Warren School District. This means they go to schools in the nearby town of Warren.
Years ago, Banks had its own school district called the Banks School District. But on July 1, 1985, this district joined with the Warren School District.
Buck Fever Festival
Banks is known for its fun annual festival called Buck Fever. This event happens every year during the first weekend of the modern gun deer hunting season. It's a big celebration for the town!
During Buck Fever, you can enjoy many activities. There's a lively parade, lots of food to try, and craft vendors selling unique items. There's also entertainment for everyone to enjoy.
See also
In Spanish: Banks (Arkansas) para niños
