McNeil, Arkansas facts for kids
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McNeil, Arkansas
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Location of McNeil in Columbia County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Columbia |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.27 sq mi (3.28 km2) |
| • Land | 1.27 sq mi (3.28 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 328 ft (100 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 381 |
| • Density | 300.47/sq mi (116.02/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71752
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-43100 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2405054 |
McNeil is a small town in Columbia County, Arkansas, United States. In 2020, about 381 people lived there. The town was named after William B. McNeil. He was the person who started the College Hill Academy.
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Where is McNeil Located?
McNeil is in the northern part of Columbia County. It is about 6 miles (9.7 km) north of Magnolia. Magnolia is the main city and county seat.
The town covers an area of about 1.27 square miles (3.28 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Logoly State Park
Logoly State Park is a special place near McNeil. It is part of the Arkansas State Parks System. You can find it just east of McNeil, off Highway 79.
Most of Logoly's 368 acres (149 hectares) are a State Natural Area. This area has unique plants and natural mineral springs. It is a great place to explore nature.
What is the Climate Like?
McNeil has a climate with hot, humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
How Many People Live in McNeil?
The number of people living in McNeil has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 662 people. By 2010, the population was 516. In 2020, it was 381.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 294 | — | |
| 1900 | 260 | −11.6% | |
| 1910 | 482 | 85.4% | |
| 1920 | 448 | −7.1% | |
| 1930 | 460 | 2.7% | |
| 1940 | 694 | 50.9% | |
| 1950 | 597 | −14.0% | |
| 1960 | 746 | 25.0% | |
| 1970 | 684 | −8.3% | |
| 1980 | 725 | 6.0% | |
| 1990 | 686 | −5.4% | |
| 2000 | 662 | −3.5% | |
| 2010 | 516 | −22.1% | |
| 2020 | 381 | −26.2% | |
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Who Lives in McNeil?
In 2000, there were 662 people living in McNeil. About 40% of the people were White. About 58% were Black or African American. A small number of people were Asian or from two or more races. Less than 2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
There were 237 households in the town. About 35% of these households had children under 18. Many households were married couples. Some were single-parent families.
The average age of people in McNeil was 30 years old. About 31% of the population was under 18. About 11% were 65 or older.
The average income for a family in McNeil was about $27,188 in 2000. Some families and people lived below the poverty line. This included about 43% of those under 18.
Roads and Transportation
McNeil is connected by several important roads. These roads help people travel to and from the town.
U.S. Highway 79
Arkansas Highway 98
Arkansas Highway 98 Business
Schools in McNeil
Students in McNeil go to schools in the Magnolia School District. This district includes Magnolia High School.
Before 2004, McNeil had its own school district. It was called the McNeil School District. Then, it joined with the Stephens School District.
Later, in 2014, the Arkansas Board of Education decided to change the Stephens School District. The part of the district that served McNeil joined the Magnolia School District. This was good news for McNeil residents. Magnolia is closer to McNeil than Stephens. This means children can go to school closer to home.
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Location of McNeil in Columbia County, Arkansas.
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U.S. Highway 79 sign.
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Arkansas Highway 98 sign.
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Arkansas Highway 98 Business sign.
See also
In Spanish: McNeil (Arkansas) para niños
