Flippin, Arkansas facts for kids
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Flippin, Arkansas
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Sign in front of Flippin city hall
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| Motto(s):
"Flippin Awesome!"
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Location in Marion County, Arkansas
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Arkansas | |
| County | Marion | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.88 sq mi (4.88 km2) | |
| • Land | 1.88 sq mi (4.88 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,345 | |
| • Density | 714.29/sq mi (275.78/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
72634
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| Area code(s) | 870 | |
| FIPS code | 05-24010 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2403618 | |
Flippin is a city located in Marion County, Arkansas, United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 1,345 people.
The city was named after the Thomas H. Flippin family. It officially became a city in 1921. A local group, the Thomas H. Flippin Chapter of the Arkansas State Society, National Society United States Daughters of 1812, was named to honor SGT Thomas H. Flippin. He served in the military during the War of 1812.
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Where is Flippin?
Flippin is located in eastern Marion County, Arkansas. It is north of US 412 and 62. The city is part of the Ozarks region, south of Bull Shoals Lake. The White River is about 3 miles (5 km) west of town.
US 412/62 connects Flippin to nearby cities. It leads southwest about 7 miles (11 km) to Yellville. Yellville is the main city in Marion County. The highway also goes northeast about 14 miles (23 km) to Mountain Home.
According to the United States Census Bureau, Flippin covers a total area of about 1.9 square miles (4.9 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Flippin's Climate
Flippin has a climate with hot, humid summers. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it is often shown as "Cfa".
How Many People Live in Flippin?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 325 | — | |
| 1940 | 332 | 2.2% | |
| 1950 | 646 | 94.6% | |
| 1960 | 433 | −33.0% | |
| 1970 | 626 | 44.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,072 | 71.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,006 | −6.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,357 | 34.9% | |
| 2010 | 1,355 | −0.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,345 | −0.7% | |
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As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,345 people living in Flippin. There were 594 households and 306 families in the city.
What Does Flippin Do for Money?
Flippin's economy relies a lot on tourism. This is because it is close to the White River. Many resorts in the area offer trout fishing and places to stay right on the river.
A well-known company called Ranger Boats was started in Flippin. It still builds boats there today.
Education in Flippin
Students in Flippin attend public schools run by the Flippin School District. The district has three schools, including Flippin High School.
Flippin's Roads
Several important highways pass through or near Flippin:
US 62/US 412
U.S. Route 62 Business
Highway 178
Highway 202
Airport Highway 980
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See also
In Spanish: Flippin para niños
