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Oil Trough, AR

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Population
222
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
237 ft
Median Home Value
$83,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$475/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$40,083
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Oil Trough

Sitting along the south bank of the White River between Batesville and Newport, Oil Trough is a quiet farming community with deep rural roots. Its memorable name dates back to pioneer days, when early hunters stored bear oil in hollowed logs along the water. Today, the town offers a slow-paced lifestyle framed by rich farmland, local churches, and scenic river views, with convenient highway access to nearby hubs.

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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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