Where is Bentonville, Arkansas, USA?

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Where is Bentonville Located? - Bentonville is a city located in the Benton County of Arkansas, United States. Bentonville lies between 34.3917 Degrees North latitudes and 118.5426 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Bentonville, Arkansas

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Where is Bentonville?: The Google Map showing the location of Bentonville in the U.S. state of Arkansas.

Where is Bentonville Located?

Bentonville is a city located in the Benton County of Arkansas, United States. Bentonville lies between 34.3917 Degrees North latitudes and 118.5426 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Bentonville city is 54164 people and the city has a total area of 33.77 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Bentonville, Arkansas Quick Facts

FactDetails
CityBentonville
CountyBenton County
StateArkansas
State CapitalLittle Rock
CountryUnited States
US RegionSouth
Latitude36.3729°N
Longitude94.2088°W
Elevation1,295 ft (395 m)
Land Area34.8 sq mi
Water Area0.3 sq mi
Total Area35.1 sq mi
Population (Census 2020)54,164
Population DensityApproximately 1,556 per sq mi
ZIP Codes72712, 72713, 72716
Area Code479
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC-6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code05-05380
Congressional DistrictArkansas's 3rd Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Bentonville, Arkansas

  • Rogers, Arkansas - 7 mi South
  • Bella Vista, Arkansas - 8 mi North
  • Centerton, Arkansas - 4 mi West
  • Pea Ridge, Arkansas - 10 mi East
  • Cave Springs, Arkansas - 10 mi South
  • Lowell, Arkansas - 15 mi South
  • Springdale, Arkansas - 22 mi South
  • Siloam Springs, Arkansas - 28 mi Southwest
  • Fayetteville, Arkansas - 30 mi South
  • Joplin, Missouri - 70 mi North

Bentonville, Arkansas Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January46262.5
April69474.8
July89683.3
October71493.7
Annual694847.4
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate ClassificationHumid Subtropical (Köppen Cfa)
Annual RainfallApproximately 47 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysAbout 221 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskModerate - Strong thunderstorms, tornadoes and occasional winter ice storms
SnowfallApproximately 9 inches annually

Driving Distances from Bentonville, Arkansas

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
CentertonArkansas48 min
RogersArkansas712 min
Bella VistaArkansas812 min
Pea RidgeArkansas1015 min
Cave SpringsArkansas1015 min
LowellArkansas1520 min
SpringdaleArkansas2230 min
Siloam SpringsArkansas2835 min
FayettevilleArkansas3035 min
JoplinMissouri701 hr 15 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Bentonville, Arkansas

TransportationDetails
Airport NameNorthwest Arkansas National Airport
IATA CodeXNA
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 49, U.S. Highway 71, Arkansas Highway 102, Arkansas Highway 72
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station at Fort Smith
Local Bus/Transit ServiceOzark Regional Transit
  • Interstate 49 - Primary north-south interstate connecting Bentonville with Fayetteville, Fort Smith and Missouri.
  • U.S. Highway 71 - Major regional highway serving Bentonville's commercial districts and neighboring communities.
  • Arkansas Highway 102 - Important east-west route linking Bentonville with Centerton, Decatur and surrounding areas.
  • Arkansas Highway 72 - Connects the city with Pea Ridge, Gravette and western Benton County.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Bentonville, Arkansas

LandmarkType
Crystal Bridges Museum of American ArtArt Museum
The Walmart MuseumHistory Museum
Bentonville Town SquareHistoric Downtown
Compton Gardens and ArboretumBotanical Garden
The MomentaryContemporary Arts Venue
Coler Mountain Bike PreserveOutdoor Recreation Area
Slaughter Pen Mountain Bike TrailsTrail System
Osage ParkUrban Park
Peel Museum & Botanical GardenHistoric House Museum
Orchards ParkCommunity Park

Colleges and Universities in Bentonville, Arkansas

InstitutionTypeLevelNotable For
NorthWest Arkansas Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTransfer programs and workforce education
University of ArkansasPublicUniversityResearch, engineering and business
John Brown UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, engineering and liberal arts
Ecclesia CollegePrivateCollegeChristian liberal arts education
Lyon College School of Dental MedicinePrivateProfessional SchoolDental education
University of Arkansas Global CampusPublicHigher EducationOnline and continuing education

Waterbodies in Bentonville, Arkansas

Beaver Lake, Little Sugar Creek, Osage Creek, McKisic Creek, Spavinaw Creek, Bella Vista Lake, Lake Ann, Lake Avalon, White River, Illinois River.

Golf Courses in Bentonville, Arkansas

Pinnacle Country Club, Shadow Valley Country Club, Bella Vista Country Club, Scotsdale Golf Course, Highlands Golf Course, Dogwood Hills Golf Course, Kingswood Golf Course, Big Sugar Golf Club.

Bentonville, Arkansas - Key Historical Facts

  • Bentonville was founded in 1837 and became the county seat of Benton County shortly afterward.
  • The city played a role during the American Civil War, including the 1862 Battle of Pea Ridge fought nearby, which was a significant Union victory.
  • In 1950, Sam Walton opened the first Walton's 5&10 store on the Bentonville town square, laying the foundation for Walmart.
  • Walmart's rapid growth transformed Bentonville into the global headquarters of one of the world's largest retail companies and fueled major economic development across Northwest Arkansas.
  • The opening of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in 2011 established Bentonville as an important cultural destination with internationally recognized art collections.
  • Today, Bentonville is known for its thriving business community, extensive mountain biking trails, museums, public art and strong quality of life.

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