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Van Buren County
U.S. county
Van Buren County Courthouse in downtown Clinton
Gravesville Cut-Off Road near Bee Branch, Arkansas.jpg
Middle Fork of the Little Red River Bridge
Lake at sunset
Clockwise from top: Van Buren County Courthouse in downtown Clinton, Middle Fork of the Little Red River Bridge, Greers Ferry Lake at Fairfield Bay, a hill near Bee Branch
Map of Arkansas highlighting Van Buren County
Location within the U.S. state of Arkansas
Map of the United States highlighting Arkansas
Arkansas's location within the U.S.
Country  United States
State  Arkansas
Founded November 11, 1833
Named for Martin Van Buren
Seat Clinton
Largest city Clinton
Area
 • Total 724 sq mi (1,880 km2)
 • Land 708 sq mi (1,830 km2)
 • Water 16 sq mi (40 km2)  2.2%%
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 15,796
 • Density 21.818/sq mi (8.424/km2)
Time zone UTC−6 (Central)
 • Summer (DST) UTC−5 (CDT)
Congressional district 2nd

Van Buren County is a special area in the state of Arkansas, USA. It's like a big neighborhood with its own local government. In 2020, about 15,796 people lived here.

The main town and center of the county is Clinton. Van Buren County was created a long time ago, on November 11, 1833. It was named after Martin Van Buren. He was the Vice President when the county was formed. Later, he became a President.

It's important not to mix up Van Buren County with the city of Van Buren. That city is about 100 miles west of the county. It's in a different area called Crawford County.

Exploring Van Buren County's Geography

Van Buren County covers a total area of about 724 square miles. Most of this area, about 708 square miles, is land. The rest, about 16 square miles, is water. This means rivers, lakes, and streams make up a small part of the county.

Main Roads and Travel Routes

Many important roads help people travel through Van Buren County. These roads connect towns and make it easy to get around.

  • US 65.svg U.S. Highway 65
  • Arkansas 9.svg Arkansas Highway 9
  • Arkansas 16.svg Arkansas Highway 16
  • Arkansas 27.svg Arkansas Highway 27
  • Arkansas 92.svg Arkansas Highway 92
  • Arkansas 95.svg Arkansas Highway 95
  • Arkansas 110.svg Arkansas Highway 110
  • Arkansas 124.svg Arkansas Highway 124
  • Arkansas 254.svg Arkansas Highway 254
  • Arkansas 285.svg Arkansas Highway 285
  • Arkansas 330.svg Arkansas Highway 330
  • Arkansas 336.svg Arkansas Highway 336
  • Arkansas 337.svg Arkansas Highway 337
  • Arkansas 356.svg Arkansas Highway 356

Public Transportation Options

For those who travel by bus, Jefferson Lines offers service. This company provides bus routes that connect different places.

Neighboring Counties

Van Buren County shares its borders with several other counties. These are like its neighbors on a map.

Protected Natural Areas

Part of the Ozark National Forest is located in Van Buren County. A national forest is a large area of land protected by the government. It's kept natural for wildlife and outdoor activities.

Understanding Van Buren County's Population

The number of people living in Van Buren County has changed over time. In 2020, the county had 15,796 residents. There were 6,813 households, which are groups of people living together. Also, there were 4,631 families.

USA Van Buren County, Arkansas age pyramid
Age pyramid Van Buren County

Who Lives in Van Buren County?

Most people in Van Buren County are White. Other groups also live here, making the county a mix of different backgrounds.

Van Buren County racial composition
Group Number Percentage
White (not Hispanic) 14,319 90.65%
Black or African American (not Hispanic) 71 0.45%
Native American 110 0.7%
Asian 56 0.35%
Other/Mixed backgrounds 739 4.68%
Hispanic or Latino 501 3.17%

Towns and Communities

Van Buren County has several towns and communities. These are places where people live and work.

Cities in the County

  • Clinton is the county seat. This means it's the main administrative center.
  • Fairfield Bay is another city. Part of it is also in Cleburne County.

Smaller Towns

  • Damascus is a town that also extends into Faulkner County.
  • Shirley is another town in Van Buren County.

Special Census Areas

These are areas that are like towns but are counted differently for census purposes.

Other Small Communities

Many other small, unincorporated communities are found throughout the county. These are often small groups of homes or businesses.

County Townships

Van Buren County Arkansas 2010 Township Map large
Townships in Van Buren County, Arkansas, as of 2010

Van Buren County is divided into smaller areas called townships. These help with local organization and services. Each township has its own population and area.

Education in Van Buren County

Several school districts serve the students in Van Buren County. These districts provide education from elementary to high school.

  • Clinton School District
  • Quitman School District
  • Searcy County School District
  • Shirley School District
  • South Side-Bee Branch School District
  • West Side School District

Images for kids

  • USA Van Buren County, Arkansas age pyramid

    Age pyramid Van Buren County

  • Van Buren County Arkansas 2010 Township Map large

    Townships in Van Buren County, Arkansas, as of 2010

See also

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