McNab, Arkansas facts for kids
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McNab, Arkansas
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Location of McNab in Hempstead County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Hempstead |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.34 sq mi (0.89 km2) |
| • Land | 0.34 sq mi (0.89 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 325 ft (99 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 30 |
| • Density | 87.46/sq mi (33.78/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 05-43070 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406138 |
McNab is a small town located in Hempstead County, Arkansas, United States. It's a quiet place with a small population. According to the 2020 census, only 30 people lived there. McNab is part of the Hope Micropolitan Statistical Area, which means it's connected to the larger town of Hope for economic and social reasons.
History of McNab
How McNab Got Its Start
The town of McNab began thanks to a man named Charles McNab. He came to the United States in 1841 from Muthill, Perthshire, Scotland. In 1860, he bought land in the Red River valley, not far from the town of Fulton.
Building a New Life After the Civil War
Charles McNab was a carpenter. He had married into a family that owned a large farm in Alabama. Later, his wife's family sold their Alabama land and moved to a property near Shreveport, Louisiana.
The Civil War (1861-1865) put Charles McNab's plans on hold. He couldn't start farming his new Arkansas land during the war. But after the war ended in 1865, he moved to Arkansas and began planting cotton.
Soon, Charles, his wife, and their young son moved from Louisiana to live on the new farm. Several people who had recently gained their freedom from slavery also moved with them to help work the farm.
The Railroad and the Post Office
About 30 years later, the St. Louis–San Francisco Railway (also known as Frisco) built a train track through the area. A small station was built for passengers and goods.
A post office was also set up across the road from the station. It was located in the back of a general store run by the McNab family. At that time, the person who ran the post office got to choose its name. Mrs. Charles F. McNab, who was the postmistress, decided to name it "McNab."
Charles West McNab, the original owner's grandson, continued to farm the land until 1927. He sold the last 40 acres of the family's property there in 1956.
Geography of McNab
Where is McNab Located?
McNab is found in the western part of Hempstead County. Arkansas Highway 355 runs through the town. This highway goes north about 13 miles to Tollette and south about 3.5 miles to Fulton, which is on the Red River.
Size of the Town
According to the United States Census Bureau, McNab covers a total area of about 0.34 square miles (0.89 square kilometers). All of this area is land; there are no lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Population Changes in McNab
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in McNab has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 271 | — | |
| 1920 | 147 | −45.8% | |
| 1930 | 223 | 51.7% | |
| 1990 | 95 | — | |
| 2000 | 37 | −61.1% | |
| 2010 | 68 | 83.8% | |
| 2020 | 30 | −55.9% | |
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In 2000, there were 37 people living in McNab. By 2010, the population had grown to 68 people. However, the latest count in 2020 showed that the population had decreased to 30 people.
A Look at the Community in 2000
The census of 2000 provides more details about the people living in McNab at that time.
- There were 13 households, which means 13 different homes where people lived.
- Seven of these households were families.
- The town had a mix of people, with about 51% being White and about 49% being Black or African American.
- A small percentage (2.7%) of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
- About 30% of the households had children under 18 living with them.
- Nearly half (46%) were married couples living together.
- Some households (15%) were led by a female without a husband present.
- About 38% of all households were made up of individuals living alone.
- Of those living alone, about 30% were people aged 65 or older.
- The average household had about 2.85 people, and the average family had about 3.75 people.
Age of Residents
In 2000, the population was spread out by age:
- About 24% were under 18 years old.
- About 8% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 27% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 24% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 16% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in McNab was 36 years.
Income and Economy
In 2000, the average income for a household in McNab was $29,375 per year. For families, the average income was $41,250 per year. The average income per person in the town was $9,088.
Unfortunately, some people in McNab faced financial challenges. About 33% of families and 63% of the total population lived below the poverty line. This included a high percentage of children (88.9% of those under 18) and some older adults (20% of those over 64).
See also
- In Spanish: McNab (Arkansas) para niños
