Smallest Cities in Arkansas

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Smallest Cities — Arkansas

1 Sheridan 5,063

2 Cherokee Village 5,078

3 Warren 5,342

4 Walnut Ridge 5,440

5 White Hall 5,520

6 Mena 5,605

7 Berryville 5,715

8 Tontitown 5,739

9 Cave Springs 5,778

10 Greenbrier 5,875

11 Alma 5,879

12 De Queen 6,077

13 East End 6,344

14 Ward 6,367

15 Osceola 6,807

16 Morrilton 7,022

17 Heber Springs 7,101

18 Pea Ridge 7,348

19 Trumann 7,432

20 Prairie Grove 7,445

21 Pocahontas 7,475

22 Newport 8,019

23 Stuttgart 8,060

24 Wynne 8,220

25 Monticello 8,320

26 Farmington 8,469

27 Beebe 8,580

28 Hope 8,787

29 Helena-West Helena 9,218

30 Clarksville 9,500

31 Greenwood 9,570

32 Arkadelphia 10,316

33 Camden 10,427

34 Lowell 10,438

35 Malvern 10,938

36 Magnolia 10,973

37 Batesville 11,385

38 Forrest City 12,826

39 Mountain Home 13,021

40 Blytheville 13,026

41 Harrison 13,217

42 Marion 13,641

43 Hot Springs Village 16,509

44 El Dorado 17,382

45 Siloam Springs 18,096

46 Maumelle 19,286

47 Centerton 20,212

48 Bryant 21,125

49 Searcy 23,115

50 Van Buren 23,545

51 West Memphis 24,147

52 Cabot 26,733

53 Russellville 29,057

54 Jacksonville 29,285

55 Texarkana 29,343

56 Paragould 29,940

57 Bella Vista 30,935

58 Sherwood 32,915

59 Benton 35,954

60 Hot Springs 38,023

61 Pine Bluff 40,436

62 Bentonville 56,326

63 North Little Rock 64,504

64 Conway 66,288

65 Rogers 71,411

66 Jonesboro 79,187

67 Springdale 87,388

68 Fort Smith 89,496

69 Fayetteville 97,227

70 Little Rock 202,739

The smallest cities in Arkansas (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Sheridan has a population of just 5,063. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

1. At 5,063 residents, Sheridan is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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