Walnut Ridge, Arkansas
Walnut Ridge: city in Arkansas
About
Walnut Ridge is a city located in the county of Grant in the U.S. state of Arkansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,890. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,162 inhabitants.
The city was created 151 years ago in 1874.
Quick Facts about Walnut Ridge
| Population | 5,162 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Arkansas (United States) |
| County | Grant County |
| Postal code | 72476 |
| Phone Area Codes | 870 |
| Water as percent of area | 0% |
| Land as percent of area | 100% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.4020,-92.2377 |
| Altitude | 269 feet / 82 meters |
| Capital city | Walnut Ridge is capital of Lawrence County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1875 (151 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 22:26:10 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | 5.27% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Walnut Ridge is located at 34°24'7"N 92°14'16"W (34.4020400, -92.2376500).
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 80. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Walnut Ridge increased by 5.27% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,890 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,329 | 8.24% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,242 | -1.66% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,233 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,237 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,126 | -2.17% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,126 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,080 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,093 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,063 | -0.59% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,062 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,162 | 1.94% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Walnut Ridge
1Walnut Ridge City Hall
300 W Main St, Walnut Ridge, AR 72476 View details
Phone: +18708866638 | Website available
People born in Walnut Ridge (1)
Des James T. Conway was born in Walnut Ridge
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Walnut Ridge, AR. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 106412 | University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff | Pine Bluff (AR) | 71601 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Walnut Ridge, AR. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LRK | Little Rock Union Station | 1400 West Markham Street | RAIL |
| MVN | Malvern station | 200 East First St. | RAIL |
| ARK | Arkadelphia station | 798 South 5th St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Walnut Ridge.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Post Office | Jefferson (AR) | 72079 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Walnut Ridge, Arkansas city in Arkansas with a population of 4,673 people.
Other cities in Grant County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Grant County , AR.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sheridan | 5,035 | City in and county seat of Grant County, Arkansas |
| Leola | 508 | City in Grant County, Arkansas, United States of America |
| Tull | 464 | City in Grant County, Arkansas, United States of America |
| Prattsville | 307 | City in Grant County, Arkansas, United States of America |
| Poyen | 291 | City in Grant County, Arkansas, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Walnut Ridge distances to largest Arkansas cities