Cove, Arkansas facts for kids
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Cove, Arkansas
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Location of Cove in Polk County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Polk |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.62 sq mi (4.20 km2) |
| • Land | 1.60 sq mi (4.14 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,102 ft (336 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 319 |
| • Density | 199.62/sq mi (77.07/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71937
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-15700 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406326 |
Cove is a small town located in Polk County, Arkansas, United States. In 2020, about 319 people lived there. It is known for its local businesses and community schools.
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About Cove, Arkansas
Cove is a town in Polk County, Arkansas. It covers an area of about 4.20 square kilometers (1.62 square miles). Most of this area is land. The town is located in a central time zone.
How Many People Live in Cove?
The number of people living in Cove has changed over the years. Here is a look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 482 | — | |
| 1940 | 381 | −21.0% | |
| 1950 | 405 | 6.3% | |
| 1960 | 320 | −21.0% | |
| 1970 | 334 | 4.4% | |
| 1980 | 391 | 17.1% | |
| 1990 | 346 | −11.5% | |
| 2000 | 383 | 10.7% | |
| 2010 | 382 | −0.3% | |
| 2020 | 319 | −16.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 383 people living in Cove. The town had 150 households and 102 families. The average household had about 2.55 people. The median age in Cove was 32 years old. This means half the people were younger than 32 and half were older.
Businesses and Shops in Cove
Cove has a few places where people can shop and get supplies.
Local Stores
The town has two well-known chain stores:
- Dollar General
- Sunoco
There is also a local business called Cove Hardware. It sells animal feed, lumber, and other hardware items.
Education in Cove
Students in Cove attend public schools managed by the Cossatot River School District.
Schools for Students
The school district provides education for all ages, from young children to high school students.
- Vandervoort (Van-Cove) Elementary School: This school is located in Vandervoort.
- Cossatot River High School: This high school was formed in 2013. It was created when Wickes High School and Van-Cove High School joined together. The school's mascot is the Eagles, and their school colors are black and silver.
School District History
The Cossatot River School District was formed on July 1, 2010. This happened when the former Van-Cove School District and the Wickes School District combined.
Cove Library
Cove also has its own library. The Cove Library is next to the Cove Town Hall. It is located on US-59. This library is part of the larger Polk County Library system.
Getting Around Cove
Cove does not have its own public transportation system.
Bus Services Nearby
If people need to travel between cities by bus, they can use Jefferson Lines. This bus service is available in Mena, which is a nearby town.
See also
In Spanish: Cove (Arkansas) para niños
