Alma is a city in the Arkansas River Valley region and is part of the Fort Smith metropolitan area in Crawford County. It is located about 13 miles east of Fort Smith and is known as the "Spinach Capital of the World." The city also provides easy access to Lake Alma, nearby parks, and the scenic Ozark Mountains.
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Where is Alma Located?
Alma is a city located in Crawford County, Arkansas, the United States. The city lies in western Arkansas along Interstate 40 and Interstate 49, approximately 13 miles (21 km) east of Fort Smith, 55 miles (89 km) south of Fayetteville, and about 140 miles (225 km) northwest of Little Rock. Alma is located at 35.4779° North latitude and 94.2219° West longitude. According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 5,825. Alma covers approximately 6.35 square miles (16.45 sq km). The city is widely recognized as the "Spinach Capital of the World" and celebrates its agricultural heritage each year with the Alma Spinach Festival.
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Alma City Facts
| City | Alma |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Crawford County |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Arkansas River Valley |
| Incorporated | 1874 |
| Founded | 1874 |
| Total Area | 6.35 sq mi (16.45 sq km) |
| Land Area | 6.31 sq mi (16.34 sq km) |
| Water Area | 0.04 sq mi (0.11 sq km) |
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Population (2023 estimate) | Approximately 5,900 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 5,825 |
| Population Density | About 923 people per sq mi |
| Time Zone | Central Time (CT) (UTC−6/UTC−5) |
| ZIP Codes | 72921 |
| Area Code | 479 |
| Major Highways | Interstate 40, Interstate 49, U.S. Route 64 |
| Public Transit | Western Arkansas Planning and Development District Transportation Services |
| Major Attractions | Lake Alma, Alma Aquatic Park, Alma Performing Arts Center, Alma Spinach Festival |
| Official Website | https://www.cityofalma.org/ |
Distance from Alma, AR to Nearby Cities
- Fort Smith, AR – 13 miles (21 km)
- Van Buren, AR – 10 miles (16 km)
- Mulberry, AR – 12 miles (19 km)
- Ozark, AR – 20 miles (32 km)
- Lavaca, AR – 18 miles (29 km)
- Mountainburg, AR – 17 miles (27 km)
- Greenwood, AR – 22 miles (35 km)
- Clarksville, AR – 42 miles (68 km)
- Fayetteville, AR – 55 miles (89 km)
- Springdale, AR – 50 miles (80 km)
- Rogers, AR – 63 miles (101 km)
- Bentonville, AR – 68 miles (109 km)
- Sallisaw, OK – 35 miles (56 km)
- Poteau, OK – 38 miles (61 km)
- Tahlequah, OK – 67 miles (108 km)
- Russellville, AR – 63 miles (101 km)
- Paris, AR – 48 miles (77 km)
- Mena, AR – 70 miles (113 km)
- Little Rock, AR – 140 miles (225 km)
- Tulsa, OK – 118 miles (190 km)
Top Attractions in Alma
- Lake Alma
- Alma Aquatic Park
- Alma Performing Arts Center
- Alma Spinach Festival
- Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Valley Nature Center
- Lake Fort Smith State Park
- Ozark National Forest
- Lee Creek Reservoir
- Fort Smith National Historic Site
- Devil's Den State Park
Airports Near Alma
- Fort Smith Regional Airport (FSM) – 18 miles (29 km)
- Drake Field Airport (FYV) – 53 miles (85 km)
- Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) – 65 miles (105 km)
- Smith Field Airport (SLG) – 60 miles (97 km)
- Tulsa International Airport (TUL) – 121 miles (195 km)
Sources:
Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official City of Alma Website.
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