Melbourne, Arkansas facts for kids
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Melbourne, Arkansas
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Izard County Courthouse
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Location of Melbourne in Izard County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Izard |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.98 sq mi (18.07 km2) |
| • Land | 6.98 sq mi (18.07 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,830 |
| • Density | 262.29/sq mi (101.28/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
72556
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-45080 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2405065 |
| Website | http://www.melbournear.com |
Melbourne is a city located in Izard County, Arkansas, in the United States. It is also the main town, known as the county seat, for Izard County. In 2010, about 1,848 people lived there. Melbourne is also where the main campus of Ozarka College is located.
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Melbourne's Location and Size
Melbourne is found at a specific point on the map: 36°03′35″N 91°53′40″W / 36.059764°N 91.894396°W.
The city covers a total area of about 6.2 square miles (16.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water within the city limits.
Main Roads in Melbourne
Two important roads pass through Melbourne, making it easy to travel to and from the city.
Arkansas Highway 9
Arkansas Highway 69
People Living in Melbourne
The number of people living in Melbourne has changed over many years. Here is how the population has grown:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 149 | — | |
| 1890 | 209 | 40.3% | |
| 1900 | 256 | 22.5% | |
| 1910 | 282 | 10.2% | |
| 1920 | 295 | 4.6% | |
| 1930 | 380 | 28.8% | |
| 1940 | 567 | 49.2% | |
| 1950 | 568 | 0.2% | |
| 1960 | 571 | 0.5% | |
| 1970 | 1,043 | 82.7% | |
| 1980 | 1,619 | 55.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,562 | −3.5% | |
| 2000 | 1,673 | 7.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,848 | 10.5% | |
| 2020 | 1,830 | −1.0% | |
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Melbourne's Population in 2020
In 2020, the city of Melbourne had 1,830 residents. These people lived in 836 households, with 422 of them being families.
Most of the people in Melbourne are White, making up about 90.49% of the population. Other groups include Black or African American, Native American, and Asian people. Some residents identify with more than one race. About 2.68% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Melbourne's Population in 2010
Back in 2010, there were 1,848 people living in Melbourne. They lived in 787 households, and 476 of these were families. The city had about 268 people per square mile.
Most people in Melbourne were White (97.55%). Small numbers of Native American, Asian, and other racial groups also lived there. About 0.60% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Melbourne was 40 years old. About 21.9% of the residents were under 18. About 21.2% were 65 or older.
Education in Melbourne
Students in Melbourne attend public schools managed by the Melbourne School District. Young people go to Melbourne High School to finish their secondary education. The school's sports teams are known as the Bearkatz.
Famous People from Melbourne
Some notable people have connections to Melbourne:
- Michelle Gray - A politician who was a member of the Arkansas House of Representatives. She represented District 62.
- Glen D. Johnson - A politician who served in the United States House of Representatives. He represented Oklahoma's 4th congressional district.
Images for kids
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Pioneer Day 1991 - Zelda Shaw "Miss Melbourne"
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Hard Times or Good Ole Days Float 1991
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Melbourne Downtown Mural - 1991
See also
In Spanish: Melbourne (Arkansas) para niños
