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Madison, AR

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Population
713
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
209 ft
Median Home Value
$120,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$725/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$55,893
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Madison

Madison is a quiet river town settled at the base of Crowley's Ridge along the St. Francis River in eastern Arkansas. It grew rapidly in the nineteenth century as a bustling steamboat stop, serving as a hub for river trade and travelers crossing the Delta. Over the years, the community settled into a slower rhythm, set against a unique landscape where the forested hills of the ridge meet fertile river bottomland.

St. Francis River Bridge, Madison

Today, Madison offers a peaceful, rural setting just a few minutes east of Forrest City. Residents enjoy quiet surroundings along with straightforward commutes to Memphis or Little Rock thanks to Highway 70 and nearby Interstate 40. The area also holds notable local history, including the historic St. Francis River Bridge and connections to Scott Bond, recognized as Arkansas's first Black millionaire.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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