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Shirley, AR

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Population
249
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
546 ft
Median Home Value
$103,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$37,344
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Shirley

Tucked into the Ozark foothills of Van Buren County, Shirley is a peaceful river town sitting along Highway 9, about eleven miles northeast of Clinton. The community got its start in the early 1900s when the railroad arrived along the Middle Fork of the Little Red River, prompting businesses and homesteaders to settle around the scenic river bend. Today, the area offers a quiet, slow-paced lifestyle surrounded by rolling wooded hills, clean waters, and open countryside.

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Life in Shirley revolves around the outdoors and a close-knit community spirit. Residents enjoy easy access to fishing and kayaking right on the river, with Greers Ferry Lake and Fairfield Bay just a short drive away for boating and weekend recreation. The local Shirley School District serves families right in town, while nearby Clinton handles larger grocery runs, healthcare, and everyday errands. It is a welcoming spot for anyone looking for relaxed rural living with classic Ozark charm.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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