Independence County, Arkansas
Independence County is located in north-central Arkansas, with Batesville serving as the county seat. U.S. Highway 167 runs through the county, providing convenient access to Little Rock.
The White River flows through the county and offers excellent opportunities for fishing and water recreation. Each summer, thousands of visitors come to Batesville for the White River Water Carnival, which features exciting boat races and other activities.
The Batesville Historic District and the Old Independence Regional Museum highlight the county’s history. Independence County is also home to Lyon College, giving Batesville a distinct college-town atmosphere.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Independence County |
| County Seat | Batesville |
| Population | Approximately 38,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Batesville, Cave City, Newark, Southside, Cushman, Pleasant Plains, Oil Trough, Sulphur Rock, Magness |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 167, U.S. Route 69, U.S. Route 167 Business, State Route 14, State Route 25, State Route 122 |
| FIPS Code | 05-063 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 772 square miles (Land: 763 sq mi, Water: 9 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Sharp County (North), Lawrence County (Northeast), Jackson County (East), White County (South), Cleburne County (Southwest), Stone County (West), Izard County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Standard Time (CST) |
| State | Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 35.7692° N, 91.6416° W |
| Etymology | Named for the Declaration of Independence |
| Major Landmarks | Batesville Historic District, Old Independence Regional Museum, White River, Lyon College, Mark Martin Museum, Independence County Courthouse |
