England, Arkansas facts for kids
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England, Arkansas
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Location of England in Lonoke County, Arkansas.
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 England, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Lonoke |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.89 sq mi (4.89 km2) |
| • Land | 1.89 sq mi (4.89 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,477 |
| • Density | 1,311.28/sq mi (506.26/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
72046
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| Area code(s) | 501 |
| FIPS code | 05-21730 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2403566 |
| Website | www.cityofengland.org |
England is a city located in the southwestern part of Lonoke County, Arkansas, in the United States. It is the fourth largest city in Lonoke County by population. In 2010, about 2,825 people lived there. The city is part of the larger Little Rock metropolitan area.
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Geography of England, Arkansas
England is a small city. It covers an area of about 1.9 square miles (4.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 368 | — | |
| 1910 | 1,407 | 282.3% | |
| 1920 | 2,408 | 71.1% | |
| 1930 | 2,130 | −11.5% | |
| 1940 | 2,027 | −4.8% | |
| 1950 | 2,136 | 5.4% | |
| 1960 | 2,861 | 33.9% | |
| 1970 | 3,075 | 7.5% | |
| 1980 | 3,081 | 0.2% | |
| 1990 | 3,351 | 8.8% | |
| 2000 | 2,972 | −11.3% | |
| 2010 | 2,825 | −4.9% | |
| 2020 | 2,477 | −12.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2015 Estimate |
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The number of people living in England, Arkansas, has changed over the years. In 1900, only 368 people lived there. The population grew a lot by 1910 and continued to increase for many years.
Who Lives in England?
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 1,473 | 59.47% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 831 | 33.55% |
| Native American | 3 | 0.12% |
| Asian | 3 | 0.12% |
| Other/Mixed | 91 | 3.67% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 76 | 3.07% |
According to the 2020 census, 2,477 people lived in England. These people made up 1,026 households. About 667 of these households were families. The city is home to people from various backgrounds.
Economy and Jobs
The Arkansas Department of Correction has a training center in England. It is called the Willis H. Sargent Training Academy. This center helps train people who work for the state.
Sports in England
England, Arkansas, is home to a sports team known as the England Lions.
Education System
The England Public School District is based in England. This school district serves the city and the surrounding areas. Students in England attend schools within this district. They graduate from England High School.
Famous People from England
Several notable people have come from England, Arkansas:
- Charles Capps: He was a well-known Pentecostal minister and televangelist.
- The Harden Trio: This country music group included Arlene, Bobby, and Robbie Harden. They were all born in England, Arkansas.
See also
In Spanish: England (Arkansas) para niños
