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Watson, AR

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Population
160
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
152 ft
Median Home Value
$48,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$30,139
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in ArkansasPopulation rankingHighest population places in ArkansasNearest larger communityGreenville, Mississippi37 miles away · 26,530 residents.

About Watson

Watson is a historic city in Desha County, Arkansas. The community served as the county seat in 1874 after river erosion destroyed the town of Napoleon. Home to 214 residents, the city is situated along a former Union Pacific rail line, which was discontinued in 1992 and donated to the state to create the Delta Heritage Trail. Local education is provided by the McGehee School District, and Watson features a median home value of approximately forty-eight thousand dollars.

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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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