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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

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OverallBest places in ArkansasPopulation rankingHighest population places in ArkansasNearest larger communityBatesville, Arkansas40 miles away · 11,860 residents.

About Shirley

Shirley is a town in northeastern Van Buren County, Arkansas, situated along the Middle Fork of the Little Red River. Originally established as a railroad outpost, the community of approximately two hundred and seventy residents is today oriented toward agriculture and tourism near Greers Ferry Lake. Public education is provided by the Shirley School District, which operates local elementary and high schools, offering a residential, riverfront lifestyle.

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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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