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Strong, Arkansas
Location of Strong in Union County, Arkansas.
Location of Strong in Union County, Arkansas.
Country United States
State Arkansas
County Union
Area
 • Total 1.60 sq mi (4.14 km2)
 • Land 1.60 sq mi (4.14 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
118 ft (36 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 410
 • Density 256.73/sq mi (99.12/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
71765
Area code(s) 870
FIPS code 05-67370
GNIS feature ID 2405534

Strong is a small city located in Union County, Arkansas, in the United States. It is a quiet community with a rich history. In 2020, the city had a population of 410 people. Strong is known for its local schools and friendly atmosphere.

About Strong, Arkansas

Strong is a charming city in the southern part of Arkansas. It is a place where people live and work together. The city offers a peaceful environment away from busy city life.

Where is Strong Located?

Strong is found in Union County, which is in the southern part of Arkansas. It is part of the United States. The city is located at specific coordinates: 33°06′28″N 92°21′20″W.

How Big is Strong?

The city of Strong covers a total area of about 1.6 square miles (4.14 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits. This makes Strong a compact and easy-to-navigate place.

Population Changes in Strong

The number of people living in Strong has changed over the years. Like many small towns, its population can go up and down.

How Many People Live in Strong?

The population of Strong was 410 people in 2020. This number comes from the United States Census. The census is a count of all people in the country.

Population History of Strong

Here is a look at how Strong's population has changed over time:

Historical population
Census Pop.
1910 465
1920 507 9.0%
1930 740 46.0%
1940 762 3.0%
1950 839 10.1%
1960 741 −11.7%
1970 965 30.2%
1980 785 −18.7%
1990 624 −20.5%
2000 651 4.3%
2010 558 −14.3%
2020 410 −26.5%
U.S. Decennial Census

As you can see, the population reached its highest point in 1970 with 965 people. It has slowly decreased since then.

Education in Strong

Education is an important part of the Strong community. The city has its own school district.

Strong–Huttig School District

Strong is home to the Strong–Huttig School District. This district serves the students in Strong and the nearby area. The district includes two main schools:

  • Gardner–Strong Elementary School
  • Strong High School

School District History

The Strong–Huttig School District was formed on July 1, 2004. Before this, there were two separate school districts: the Strong School District and the Huttig School District. They joined together to create the new combined district. This change helped to bring more resources to the students in the area.

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