39-545: Morrilton is a city in Conway County , Arkansas , United States, less than 50 miles (80 km) northwest of Little Rock . The city is the county seat of Conway County. The population was 6,992 at the 2020 United States census . In 1825 a trading post was established about a mile south of present-day Morrilton on the Arkansas River . This town, later named Lewisburg , thrived after being incorporated in 1844. In 1871
78-563: A Republican in the county in history. The Democratic Party continued to win all local county and city elected offices until 2018, when two members of the Republican Party were elected: Keith Long as Justice of the Peace and Dennis Decker as County Coroner. In the 2022 midterm elections , the county government flipped red, with Republicans winning all but three contested seats. Additionally, four Republicans were newly elected as new justices of
117-515: A county. Each township includes unincorporated areas; some may have incorporated cities or towns within part of their boundaries. Arkansas townships have limited purposes in modern times. However, the United States census does list Arkansas population based on townships (sometimes referred to as "county subdivisions" or "minor civil divisions"). Townships are also of value for historical purposes in terms of genealogical research. Each town or city
156-565: A median income of $ 38,675 versus $ 26,318 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 19,909. About 10.2% of families and 17.0% of the population were below the poverty line , including 19.8% of those under age 18 and 14.5% of those age 65 or over. At the 2000 census , there were 20,336 people, 7,967 households, and 5,736 families in the county. The population density was 37 people per square mile (14 people/km ). There were 9,028 housing units at an average density of 16 units per square mile (6.2 units/km ). The racial makeup of
195-503: A portion of Pulaski County and named for Henry Wharton Conway who was the territorial delegate to the U.S. Congress . In 2010, the center of population of Arkansas was located in Conway County, near the city of Plumerville . Conway County was formed on October 20, 1825, from a portion of Pulaski County and named for Henry Wharton Conway , who was the territorial delegate to the U.S. Congress . From 1831 until 1883, Lewisburg
234-457: A record 61% of the vote in 2016 over former Arkansas First Lady and U.S. First Lady Hillary Clinton , owing both to the strength of Trump in rural America and the decline of the Clinton brand in their home state. In 2020, Trump won an even larger share of more than 65% of the vote over Democrat Joe Biden (despite Biden winning the national election), which once again marked the highest vote share for
273-512: Is Allen Lipsmeyer . The city employs over 100 individuals in nine different departments. Most Conway County government offices are located in the city of Morrilton, including the quorum, circuit, district, and juvenile courts; and the assessor, county judge, county coroner, county attorney, and public defenders offices. The community's public school system is operated by the South Conway County School District . As of 2018,
312-564: Is Arkansas's oldest state park, rises from the River Valley in southern Conway County along the top of Petit Jean Mountain. Conway County is home to five Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) under Arkansas Game and Fish Commission jurisdiction. Ed Gordon Point Remove WMA is a wetland near the confluence of the East Fork and West Fork of Point Remove Creek in western Conway County. The area is known for duck, deer, and dove hunting. Lake Overcup WMA
351-579: Is a noted crappie fishing lake created by AGFC in 1963. Cypress Creek WMA is located around the shore of Brewer Lake, a fishing lake built in 1983 to construct a water supply for Conway , as well as containing parts of the Cherokee WMA and a small part of Piney Creeks WMA . The county is also home to the Cove Creek Natural Area. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 20,715 people, 8,309 households, and 5,600 families residing in
390-465: Is also the site of numerous unincorporated communities and ghost towns. The county is named for Henry Wharton Conway , a politician from a powerful political family who served as the delegate from the Arkansas Territory to the U.S. Congress from 1823 to 1827. As of the 2020 census , the population was 20,715. The county seat is Morrilton . The county was formed on October 20, 1825, from
429-490: Is land and 0.39 square miles (1.0 km), or 4.29%, is water. The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Morrilton has a humid subtropical climate , abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 6,992 people, 2,748 households, and 1,755 families residing in
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#1732852672423468-447: Is located in southern Conway County at 35°9′23″N 92°44′31″W / 35.15639°N 92.74194°W / 35.15639; -92.74194 (35.156373, -92.741944). It is bordered on the south by the Arkansas River . Interstate 40 passes through the northern side of the city, leading southeast 48 miles (77 km) to Little Rock and west 107 miles (172 km) to Fort Smith . U.S. Route 64 (East and West Broadway Street)
507-670: Is now the Southern Christian Home , a church-supported residential child care facility. The Conway County Library is located at 101 West Church Street in Downtown Morrilton. The library was established in 1897 by the Pathfinder Club. It moved among members homes until 1916 when the Andrew Carnegie Foundation awarded the club a grant for a building. The Conway County Library is one of two public libraries in
546-447: Is often difficult, since methodologies, definitions and data quality can vary greatly. Since the 1990s, the OECD has conducted regular surveys among its 38 member countries using a standardized methodology and set of questions. Per capita income is often used to measure a sector's average income and compare the wealth of different populations. Per capita income is also often used to measure
585-538: Is surrounded by two Central Arkansas counties: Faulkner County to the east and Perry County to the south, and three River Valley/mountain counties: Van Buren County to the north, Yell County to the southwest, and Pope County to the west. The northern 16 square kilometres (1,600 hectares) of Conway County is protected within the Ozark National Forest , a small part of a large protected forest spanning parts of 16 Arkansas counties. Petit Jean State Park ,
624-605: Is the main road through the city center, leading east 6 miles (10 km) to Plumerville and northwest 13 miles (21 km) to Atkins . Arkansas Highway 9 forms an eastern bypass of Morrilton and leads north 40 miles (64 km) to Clinton and south across the Arkansas River 13 miles (21 km) to Perryville . According to the United States Census Bureau , Morrilton has a total area of 9.2 square miles (23.7 km), of which 8.7 square miles (22.6 km)
663-529: Is the only private school in the city of Morrilton and was established in 1879. It is one of only two private Roman Catholic schools in Arkansas that serves PreK-12. Morrilton is home to the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton . The city was home to Harding College, now Harding University of Searcy, Arkansas , for about a decade in the 1920s and 1930s. The original campus of Harding University
702-458: Is within one or more townships in an Arkansas county based on census maps and publications. The townships of Conway County are listed below; listed in parentheses are the cities, towns, and/or census-designated places that are fully or partially inside the township. 35°16′N 92°42′W / 35.267°N 92.700°W / 35.267; -92.700 Per capita income Per capita income ( PCI ) or average income measures
741-399: The 1972 and 1984 landslides of Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan , respectively. Former Governor Bill Clinton won this county twice in his 1992 and 1996 presidential runs. As is the case with most rural counties since the turn of the millennium, the county has turned sharply rightward and away from a more socially liberal Democratic Party than the one Clinton led. Donald Trump won
780-531: The Little Rock and Fort Smith Railroad built track through present day Morrilton. It was later named Morrilton after the previous landowners E.J. and George H. Morrill. The downtown grew around the Morrills' land and that owned by James M. Moose. Residents of Lewisburg eventually moved away from the river and to the railroad hub at Morrilton. In 1883 Morrilton became the seat of Conway County, Arkansas . Morrilton
819-666: The Ozark Mountains to the north and the Ouachita Mountains to the south. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 567 square miles (1,470 km ), of which 552 square miles (1,430 km ) is land and 14 square miles (36 km ) (2.5%) is water. It is the fifth-smallest county in Arkansas by area. The county is located approximately 52 miles (84 km) northwest of Little Rock , 109 miles (175 km) east of Fort Smith , and 180 miles (290 km) west of Memphis , Tennessee . Conway County
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#1732852672423858-445: The mayor-council form of government since it was founded. The city currently elects 11 positions: mayor, city clerk, city attorney, and eight council member positions. The eight council members are represented by two members from each of the city's four wards. The council members are Ward 1: Greg Wiedower, Benny Baker. Ward 2: Gary Koch, Isaac Decker. Ward 3: Richard Deluca, Aaron Spivey. Ward 4: Jim Bowles, Kyle Roch. The current mayor
897-489: The average income earned per person in a given area (city, region, country, etc.) in a specified year. In many countries, per capita income is determined using regular population surveys, such as the American Community Survey . This allows the calculation of per capita income for both the country as a whole and specific regions or demographic groups. However, comparing per capita income across different countries
936-579: The city was $ 28,007, and the median income for a family was $ 36,432. Males had a median income of $ 30,123 versus $ 19,213 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 16,957. About 13.4% of families and 17.1% of the population were below the poverty line , including 21.6% of those under age 18 and 12.8% of those age 65 or over. Many sites located in Morrilton are on the National Register of Historical Places, including: The city has operated under
975-549: The city. As of the 2010 Census, 6,767 people and 2,759 households resided within the city. 2000 Census results showed 1,724 families residing in the city. The population density was 796.7 inhabitants per square mile (307.6/km). There were 2,947 housing units at an average density of 358.4 per square mile (138.4/km). The racial makeup of the city was 78.38% White , 17.47% Black or African American , 0.79% Native American , 0.34% Asian , 0.02% Pacific Islander , 1.37% from other races , and 1.63% from two or more races. 3.37% of
1014-552: The county was 84.2% White, 11.2% Black or African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 1.5% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. 3.6% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. Of the 8,463 households 28.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.4% were non-families. 26.4% of households were one person and 11.6% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size
1053-566: The county was 84.27% White, 13.05% Black or African American, 0.50% Native American, 0.23% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.74% from other races, and 1.18% from two or more races. 1.77% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. Of the 7,967 households 31.40% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.70% were married couples living together, 11.50% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.00% were non-families. 25.40% of households were one person and 12.10% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size
1092-408: The county. Racial/Ethnic Makeup of Conway County treating Hispanics as a Separate Category (2010) As of the 2010 census , there were 21,273 people, 8,463 households, and 4,473 families in the county. The population density was 38 people per square mile (15 people/km ). There were 9,720 housing units at an average density of 17 units per square mile (6.6 units/km ). The racial makeup of
1131-455: The district consists of five schools. The SCCSD public high school is Morrilton High School . Morrilton's first public school for white students opened in 1881. 14 years later the first school for African-American students opened in 1895. In 1980 the East Side, Morrilton, and Plumerville School districts consolidated to form the new South Conway County district. Sacred Heart Catholic School
1170-402: The local cable system during the 1990s. It currently broadcasts local events on channel 6 and their website . Conway County, Arkansas Conway County is a county located in the U.S. state of Arkansas . Created as Arkansas's 11th county on October 20, 1825, Conway County has four incorporated municipalities, including Morrilton , the county seat and most populous city. The county
1209-535: The peace, the party flipped three Morrilton City Council seats – including Isaac Decker, who became the youngest to ever be elected, at age 20 – and the Oppelo Mayoral race. In May 2023 the Morrilton City Council voted to turn the municipal offices to a non-partisan designation allowing for the mayor, city clerk, and council members to run as independents. Townships in Arkansas are the divisions of
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1248-437: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 2,645 households, out of which 30.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 15.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.8% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
1287-533: The state of Arkansas functioning from its original Carnegie building. The Petit Jean Country Headlight is the largest newspaper in the city. It was established April 8, 1874, in Lewisburg before moving to Morrilton. It currently serves as a weekly newspaper and publishes on Wednesdays. KVOM (AM) first began airing on Christmas Day 1952 and was started by J.C. Willis. KVOM-FM began broadcasting on 101.7 MHz FM in 1979. Morrilton Community Channel 6 started on
1326-405: Was $ 38,179. Males had a median income of $ 28,199 versus $ 20,134 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 16,056. About 12.20% of families and 16.10% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.90% of those under age 18 and 13.10% of those age 65 or over. Prior to 2000, the county was reliably Democratic, voting solidly for the party in every presidential election except
1365-408: Was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.94. In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.4% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 19.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.5 males. The median income for a household in
1404-417: Was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.98. The age distribution was 24.2% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 23.4% from 25 to 44, 27.7% from 45 to 64, and 16.9% 65 or older. The median age was 40.5 years. For every 100 females there were 98.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.1 males. The median household income was $ 32,700 and the median family income was $ 48,116. Males had
1443-399: Was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.99. The age distribution was 25.40% under the age of 18, 8.30% from 18 to 24, 26.70% from 25 to 44, 23.50% from 45 to 64, and 16.10% 65 or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 94.40 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.50 males. The median household income was $ 31,209 and the median family income
1482-489: Was much larger upon creation. Van Buren County was created from parts of Conway, Izard , and Independence counties on November 11, 1833. Perry County was created from Conway County on December 18, 1840. Faulkner County was created from parts of Conway and Pulaski counties on April 12, 1873. Conway County is within the Arkansas River Valley region, a fertile, low-lying valley along the Arkansas River between
1521-400: Was the county seat. When the Little Rock and Fort Smith Railroad planned built tracks 1 mile (1.6 km) north of Lewisburg in 1871, the proposed depot was to be named Morrilton after farmer E. J. Morrill, who sold the land to the railroad. People relocated from Lewisburg to Morrilton beginning in 1880, county government was relocated in 1883, and the depot was built in 1910. Conway County
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