College City, Arkansas facts for kids
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College City, Arkansas
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Former town
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Location in Lawrence County, Arkansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Lawrence |
| Consolidated (into Walnut Ridge) | January 1, 2017 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.44 sq mi (1.13 km2) |
| • Land | 0.44 sq mi (1.13 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 455 |
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(2018)
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453 |
| • Density | 1,041.8/sq mi (402.26/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 05-14770 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0047924 |
College City was a small town in Lawrence County, Arkansas, United States. In 2010, about 455 people lived there. It was home to Williams Baptist College, which is a four-year college. On January 1, 2017, College City joined with the nearby town of Walnut Ridge.
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Where Was College City Located?
College City was found at coordinates 36°7′33″N 90°56′24″W. This means it was in the northeastern part of Arkansas.
The town covered a total area of about 1.13 square kilometers (0.44 square miles). All of this area was land. No major state highways passed through the town.
Who Lived in College City?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 358 | — | |
| 1970 | 645 | 80.2% | |
| 1980 | 432 | −33.0% | |
| 1990 | 339 | −21.5% | |
| 2000 | 269 | −20.6% | |
| 2010 | 455 | 69.1% | |
| 2018 (est.) | 453 | −0.4% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 269 people living in College City. These people lived in 68 different homes, and 45 of these were families. The town had about 230 people per square kilometer.
The people living in College City were of different backgrounds. Most were White, with smaller numbers of Black or African American, Native American, and Asian residents. A small number of people were also Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in the town was 22 years old. Many young adults aged 18 to 24 lived there, likely because of the college.
What Was the Weather Like?
College City had a humid subtropical climate. This means it had hot, sticky summers and winters that were usually mild or cool.
Learning in College City
The main place for learning in College City was Williams Baptist College. This college offers four-year degrees.
For younger students, the area that used to be College City is part of the Lawrence County School District. Students attend Walnut Ridge Elementary School and Walnut Ridge High School.
See also
In Spanish: College City (Arkansas) para niños
