Thornton, Arkansas
Thornton: city in Calhoun County, Arkansas, United States
About
Thornton is a city located in the county of Calhoun in the U.S. state of Arkansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 407. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 375 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Thornton
| Population | 375 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Arkansas (United States) |
| County | Calhoun County |
| Postal code | 71766 |
| Phone Area Codes | 870 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.84% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.16% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.7790,-92.4918 |
| Altitude | 318 feet / 97 meters |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:37:24 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -8.53% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Thornton is located at 33°46'44"N 92°29'31"W (33.7790000, -92.4918200).
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Thornton decreased by 8.53% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 407 | - | census |
| 2011 | 388 | -4.9% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 390 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 390 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 383 | -1.83% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 380 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 384 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 379 | -1.32% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 385 | 1.56% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 386 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 386 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 383 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 375 | -2.13% | estimation process |
People born in Thornton (2)
People born in Thornton, including White House Chief of Staff John R. Steelman, politician Buddy Turner, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Thornton, AR. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 107992 | Southern Arkansas University Tech | Camden (AR) | 71701-1906 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Thornton, AR. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARK | Arkadelphia station | 798 South 5th St. | RAIL |
| MVN | Malvern station | 200 East First St. | RAIL |
| HOP | Hope | 100 East Division Street | RAIL |
| LRK | Little Rock Union Station | 1400 West Markham Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Thornton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Thornton Post Office | Thornton (AR) | 71766 |
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