Smackover Public RecordsArkansas

Transportation in Smackover, Union County, Arkansas, is primarily car-dependent, with over 90% of commuters driving alone and less than 1% utilizing public transit. The average one-way commute time is about 23 minutes, slightly lower than the national average. Most households—approximately 95%—own at least one vehicle. The city has limited public transportation options and basic road infrastructure connecting to nearby employment hubs such as El Dorado, where many residents work. Major highways, including AR-7, facilitate regional mobility, while walking and cycling rates for commuting remain minimal.

Smackover, in Union County, Arkansas, has a 2020 population of 1,630. The median age is about 41 years. Females make up 52%, and males 48% of residents. Racially, the city is 62% White, 34% Black or African American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, and 2% other or mixed races. Smackover presents a small-town demographic with a slightly older and predominantly White and Black population.

Smackover, located in Union County, Arkansas, has a median home value around $80,000 and median rent approximately $650 monthly. Roughly 60% of residents are homeowners, with 40% renting. The housing market remains affordable and relatively stable, with modest year-over-year appreciation. Typical housing types include single-family homes and some mobile homes, spread across neighborhoods like downtown and near Smackover High. Property taxes average about 0.6% of a property's assessed value, making local taxes affordable relative to national averages. The area is favored for its quiet, small-town atmosphere and close-knit community.

Smackover, Union County, AR, with a population around 1,790, lacks a hospital within city limits; residents typically access care at Medical Center of South Arkansas, 18 miles away in El Dorado. The city has one primary clinic, such as the Smackover Family Clinic. Approximately 13% of Union County adults are uninsured, higher than the national average. The population is 73% White and 23% Black. Common health issues include diabetes (13.8% prevalence), hypertension, and obesity (40.6% adult rate). Healthcare provider shortages persist, with Union County averaging about one primary care physician per 2,000 residents.

Smackover, located in Union County, Arkansas, is served by the Smackover-Norphlet School District, including Smackover High School. The district has 4 schools with a total enrollment of around 1,200 students. Smackover High’s graduation rate is approximately 90%. There are no colleges within the city, so bachelor’s degrees are usually pursued elsewhere; only 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The district offers AP courses and career/technical programs. School safety measures meet state standards, and the latest school performance score is 67/100 according to the Arkansas Department of Education. Adult education is limited locally.