Rector, Arkansas
Rector: city in Arkansas, United States
About
Rector is a city located in the county of Clay in the U.S. state of Arkansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,977. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,703 inhabitants.
The city was created 145 years ago in 1880.
Quick Facts about Rector
| Population | 1,703 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Arkansas (United States) |
| County | Clay County |
| Postal code | 72461 |
| Phone Area Codes | 870 |
| Water as percent of area | 0% |
| Land as percent of area | 100% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.2631,-90.2926 |
| Altitude | 285 feet / 87 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1881 (145 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 19:37:47 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -16.09% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Rector is located at 36°15'47"N 90°17'33"W (36.2631200, -90.2926000).
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 78. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Rector decreased by 16.09% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,977 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,933 | -2.28% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,906 | -1.42% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,874 | -1.71% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,845 | -1.57% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,829 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,807 | -1.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,779 | -1.57% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,761 | -1.02% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,732 | -1.67% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,703 | -1.7% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Rector, AR. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 106810 | Crowley's Ridge College | Paragould (AR) | 72450 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Rector, AR. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBF | Poplar Bluff | 400 South Main St. | RAIL |
| WNR | Walnut Ridge | 109 Southwest Front Street | RAIL |
| NBN | Newbern–Dyersburg | 108 Jefferson St | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Rector.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Rector Post Office | Rector (AR) | 72461 |
Other cities in Clay County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Clay County , AR.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Piggott | 3,498 | City in Clay County, Arkansas, United States |
| Corning | 3,019 | City in Clay County, Arkansas, United States |
| Patterson | 388 | Town in Woodruff County, Arkansas |
| Knobel | 257 | Human settlement in Clay County, Arkansas, United States of America |
| Saint Francis | 225 | City in Clay County, Arkansas, United States |
| Pollard | 198 | Town in Arkansas, United States |
| Greenway | 188 | Town in Clay County, Arkansas, United States |
| McDougal | 163 | Town in Arkansas, United States |
| Success | 132 | Place in Arkansas, US |
| Peach Orchard | 123 | Human settlement in Clay County, Arkansas, United States of America |
| Datto | 89 | Human settlement in Clay County, Arkansas, United States of America |
| Nimmons | 64 | Human settlement in Clay County, Arkansas, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Rector distances to largest Arkansas cities