Emerson, Arkansas facts for kids
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Emerson, Arkansas
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Location of Emerson in Columbia County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Columbia |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.99 sq mi (2.57 km2) |
| • Land | 0.99 sq mi (2.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 293 |
| • Density | 295.66/sq mi (114.17/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71740
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-21580 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406449 |
Emerson is a small town located in Columbia County, Arkansas, in the United States. In 2010, about 368 people lived there.
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History
How Emerson Got Its Name
Emerson was named after a man named Reuben Loggins Emerson. He was an important early settler in Columbia County. Reuben Emerson was a teacher, a merchant, and even a banker. He also owned a newspaper called The Columbia Banner. Plus, he was a state representative, which means he helped make laws for Arkansas.
In 1905, Reuben Emerson founded the town that now carries his name. On February 8, 2005, the town of Emerson celebrated its 100th birthday!
Where is Emerson?
Emerson is in the southern part of Columbia County. It is located along U.S. Route 79. The town is about 12 miles (19 km) south of Magnolia, which is the main city in the county. It's also about 9 miles (14 km) north of Haynesville, Louisiana.
Emerson is also about 68 miles (109 km) from Shreveport, Louisiana. If you wanted to visit Dallas, Texas, it would be about 205 miles (330 km) away.
The United States Census Bureau says that Emerson covers an area of about 1 square mile (2.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
Emerson's Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 357 | — | |
| 1930 | 373 | 4.5% | |
| 1940 | 501 | 34.3% | |
| 1950 | 523 | 4.4% | |
| 1960 | 350 | −33.1% | |
| 1970 | 393 | 12.3% | |
| 1980 | 444 | 13.0% | |
| 1990 | 317 | −28.6% | |
| 2000 | 359 | 13.2% | |
| 2010 | 368 | 2.5% | |
| 2020 | 293 | −20.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2014 Estimate |
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In 2010, there were 368 people living in Emerson. These people lived in 138 different homes. Most of these homes (97) were families. The town had about 140 people living in each square kilometer. There were also 165 housing units available.
About 35.5% of the homes had children under 18 living there. Many homes (50.7%) were married couples living together. Some homes (13.8%) had someone living alone who was 65 years old or older.
The people in Emerson are of different ages. About 28.7% were under 18 years old. About 18.1% were 65 years old or older. The average age of people in Emerson was 36 years.
What People Do in Emerson
The main jobs and businesses in the Emerson area are related to natural resources. These include:
- Timber: This means cutting down trees for wood products.
- Bromine: This is a chemical element used in many products.
- Oil: Drilling for and processing oil is also important.
Getting Around Emerson
Emerson has a few important roads that help people travel in and out of town.
U.S. Highway 79
Arkansas Highway 98
Fun Events in Emerson
Annual Purple Hull Peas Festival
Since 1990, Emerson has hosted a special event every year. On the last Saturday of June, the town holds the Purple Hull Peas Festival. This festival is famous for its World Championship Rotary Tiller Race! It's a fun and unique event for the community.
Schools in Emerson
Students in Emerson attend public schools. These schools are part of the Emerson-Taylor-Bradley School District. This district used to be called the Emerson-Taylor School District. It was formed in 2004 when the Emerson School District and the Taylor School District joined together.
The schools in Emerson include Emerson Elementary School and Emerson High School. The sports teams at Emerson High are called the Emerson Pirates. They have been very successful! The Pirates have won five state championships in basketball. They have also won 25 state titles in track and field.
See also
In Spanish: Emerson (Arkansas) para niños
