London, Arkansas facts for kids
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London, Arkansas
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Location of London in Pope County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Pope |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.18 sq mi (8.24 km2) |
| • Land | 3.17 sq mi (8.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 936 |
| • Density | 295.27/sq mi (114.00/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
72847
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| Area code(s) | 479 |
| FIPS code | 05-41270 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2404949 |
London is a small city in Pope County, Arkansas, United States. It is located in the central part of the state. In 2010, about 1,039 people lived there. London is part of the larger Russellville area.
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Where is London, Arkansas?
London is located at 35°19′33″N 93°14′12″W / 35.32583°N 93.23667°W. This means it is in the northern hemisphere. The city covers a total area of about 2.4 square miles (6.2 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.1 square kilometers), is water.
How Many People Live in London?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 82 | — | |
| 1900 | 268 | — | |
| 1910 | 303 | 13.1% | |
| 1920 | 386 | 27.4% | |
| 1930 | 355 | −8.0% | |
| 1940 | 418 | 17.7% | |
| 1950 | 353 | −15.6% | |
| 1960 | 282 | −20.1% | |
| 1970 | 539 | 91.1% | |
| 1980 | 859 | 59.4% | |
| 1990 | 825 | −4.0% | |
| 2000 | 925 | 12.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,039 | 12.3% | |
| 2020 | 936 | −9.9% | |
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The number of people living in London has changed over many years. In 1880, only 82 people lived there. By 2010, the population grew to 1,039. The most recent count in 2020 showed 936 people.
Who Lives in London?
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 784 | 83.76% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 3 | 0.32% |
| Native American | 3 | 0.32% |
| Asian | 10 | 1.07% |
| Other/Mixed | 63 | 6.73% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 73 | 7.8% |
In 2020, there were 936 people living in London. These people made up 307 households. About 185 of these households were families. Most residents were White. There were also people from other backgrounds, including Asian, Native American, and Black or African American. Some residents were also of Hispanic or Latino origin.
A Look at London's History
London was not always called London. It used to be named Haddoxburg. The first postmaster decided to change the name. We do not know why the name was changed.
London once had its own high school. In the early 1950s, students in grades 10-12 started going to school in Russellville. Later, in 1965, grades 7-9 also moved to Russellville. Today, the London School teaches students from kindergarten through 4th grade.
Famous People from London
Some notable people have connections to London:
- Trevor Drown - He is a Republican who served in the Arkansas House of Representatives. He represented Pope and Van Buren counties starting in 2015. He used to live in London.
- Brooks Hays - He was a member of the United States House of Representatives for Arkansas. He was also briefly the president of the Southern Baptist Convention.
Fun Things to Do in London
London has some interesting events and places:
- London to Paris TSD Rally - This is a special car rally held every year. It takes place on the last Saturday in October. "TSD" stands for "Time Speed Distance." This means it's a race about following a schedule, not just being the fastest. The rally begins at the London Town Hall. It then goes through the Ozark National Forest. The race ends in Paris, Arkansas, with a dinner and awards.
- Polk Salad Festival - This is a local festival.
- Krung Chickens Festival - Another unique local festival.
See also
- In Spanish: London (Arkansas) para niños
