Buckner, Arkansas facts for kids
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Buckner, Arkansas
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Location of Buckner in Lafayette County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Lafayette |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.18 sq mi (3.06 km2) |
| • Land | 1.18 sq mi (3.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 165 |
| • Density | 140.31/sq mi (54.16/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71827
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-09550 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2403948 |
Buckner is a small city located in Lafayette County, Arkansas, in the United States. In 2010, the city had a population of 275 people. By 2020, the population was 165.
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Exploring Buckner's Location and Climate
Buckner is a small city. It covers about 1.2 square miles (3.06 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Buckner's Weather Patterns
The weather in Buckner is known for its hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. It's often shown as "Cfa" on climate maps.
People and Population in Buckner
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 312 | — | |
| 1900 | 400 | 28.2% | |
| 1910 | 240 | −40.0% | |
| 1920 | 360 | 50.0% | |
| 1930 | 264 | −26.7% | |
| 1940 | 450 | 70.5% | |
| 1950 | 335 | −25.6% | |
| 1960 | 289 | −13.7% | |
| 1970 | 392 | 35.6% | |
| 1980 | 436 | 11.2% | |
| 1990 | 325 | −25.5% | |
| 2000 | 396 | 21.8% | |
| 2010 | 275 | −30.6% | |
| 2020 | 165 | −40.0% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 396 people living in Buckner. These people lived in 144 households. Most of these households (112) were families. The city had about 316 people per square mile.
Who Lives in Buckner?
The people living in Buckner come from different backgrounds. In 2000, about 52.5% of the people were White. About 45.2% were Black or African American. A small number of people were Native American or Asian. Some people identified with two or more races. Less than 1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Out of the 144 households in 2000, about 31.9% had children under 18 living there. More than half (56.9%) were married couples. About 16.7% were households led by a woman without a husband. About 19.4% of households were single individuals. The average household had 2.75 people. The average family had 3.13 people.
Age Groups in the City
The population in Buckner included people of all ages. In 2000, about 25.3% of the people were under 18 years old. About 9.1% were between 18 and 24. The largest group, 28.5%, was between 25 and 44. About 23.5% were between 45 and 64. Finally, 13.6% were 65 years or older. The average age in the city was 38 years.
Roads and Transportation
Buckner has important roads that connect it to other places. These roads help people travel in and out of the city.
U.S. Highway 82
Arkansas Highway 53
See also
In Spanish: Buckner (Arkansas) para niños
