Where is Hope Located? - Hope is a city located in the Hempstead County of Arkansas, United States. Hope lies between 39.8367 Degrees North latitudes and 105.0372 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Hope Located?
Hope is a city located in the Hempstead County of Arkansas, United States. Hope lies between 39.8367 Degrees North latitudes and 105.0372 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Hope city is 8952 people and the city has a total area of 10.68 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Hope, Arkansas Quick Facts
| Property | Information |
|---|---|
| City | Hope |
| County | Hempstead County |
| State | Arkansas |
| State Capital | Little Rock |
| US Region | Southern United States |
| Latitude | 33.6671° N |
| Longitude | 93.5916° W |
| Elevation | 364 ft (111 m) |
| Land Area | 10.75 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.12 sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.87 sq mi |
| Population (latest Census year) | 8,952 (2020 Census) |
| Population Density | Approximately 833 per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 71801, 71802 |
| Area Code | 870 |
| Time Zone Standard | Central Standard Time (CST, UTC−6) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5) |
| Currency | US Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 05-33490 |
| Congressional District | Arkansas's 4th Congressional District |
Nearby Cities to Hope, Arkansas
- Prescott, Arkansas - Northeast - 23 mi
- Nashville, Arkansas - North - 29 mi
- Texarkana, Arkansas - Southwest - 32 mi
- Fulton, Arkansas - West - 9 mi
- Ashdown, Arkansas - Southwest - 41 mi
- Magnolia, Arkansas - East - 39 mi
- Camden, Arkansas - East - 58 mi
- De Queen, Arkansas - North - 59 mi
- Lewisville, Arkansas - South - 39 mi
- Little Rock, Arkansas - Northeast - 113 mi
Driving Distances from Hope, Arkansas
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton | Arkansas | 9 | 12 minutes |
| Prescott | Arkansas | 23 | 25 minutes |
| Nashville | Arkansas | 29 | 35 minutes |
| Texarkana | Arkansas | 32 | 35 minutes |
| Magnolia | Arkansas | 39 | 45 minutes |
| Lewisville | Arkansas | 39 | 45 minutes |
| Ashdown | Arkansas | 41 | 50 minutes |
| Camden | Arkansas | 58 | 1 hour |
| De Queen | Arkansas | 59 | 1 hour 10 minutes |
| Little Rock | Arkansas | 113 | 1 hour 50 minutes |
Transportation and Connectivity in Hope, Arkansas
| Transportation | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hope Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | M18 (FAA Identifier) |
| Port | Not Applicable |
| Major Highways | Interstate 30, US Highway 67, US Highway 278, Arkansas Highway 29, Arkansas Highway 32 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | Amtrak Texas Eagle service at Hope Station |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Southwest Arkansas Development Council transportation services |
- Interstate 30 connects Hope with Little Rock, Texarkana, and the Dallas metropolitan area.
- US Highway 67 serves as a major regional corridor linking communities across southwest Arkansas.
- US Highway 278 provides east-west access to Nashville, Camden, and neighboring towns.
- Amtrak's Texas Eagle stops at the historic Hope station, providing passenger rail service between Chicago and San Antonio.
- Hope Municipal Airport supports general aviation, while larger commercial airports are available in Texarkana and Little Rock.
What are top Places to Visit in Hope, Arkansas
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site | National Historic Site |
| Hempstead County Courthouse | Historic Landmark |
| Hope Visitor Information Center | Visitor Center |
| Klipsch Museum of Audio History | Museum |
| Historic Downtown Hope | Historic District |
| Fair Park | Community Park |
| Hope Municipal Auditorium | Historic Theater |
| Lake Columbia | Recreation Area |
| Rick Evans Grandview Prairie Nature Center | Nature Center |
| Historic Washington State Park | State Park |
Colleges and Universities in Hope, Arkansas
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana | Public | Community College | Career education and university transfer programs |
| Southern Arkansas University | Public | University | Agriculture, business, and education |
| Texarkana College | Public | Community College | Associate degrees and workforce training |
| Southern Arkansas University Tech | Public | Community College | Technical education and skilled trades |
| Hope Public Schools | Public | K–12 District | Primary and secondary public education |
Waterbodies in Hope, Arkansas
Little Missouri River, Red River, Lake Columbia, Millwood Lake, Bodcau Creek, Terre Rouge Creek, Bois d'Arc Creek, White Oak Lake
Golf Courses in Hope, Arkansas
Hope Country Club, Texarkana Country Club, Glenwood Country Club, DeGray Golf Course, Mystic Creek Golf Club, Nashville Country Club
Hope, Arkansas — Key Historical Facts
- Hope was established in 1875 as a railroad town along the St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway, which helped drive its early growth.
- The city became an important agricultural shipping center, particularly for cotton, timber, and the region's famous watermelon production.
- Hope is the birthplace of the 42nd President of the United States, Bill Clinton, whose childhood home is now a National Historic Site.
- Audio pioneer Paul W. Klipsch founded Klipsch & Associates in Hope, making the city an important location in the history of high-fidelity sound systems.
- Today, Hope is recognized for its historic downtown, annual Watermelon Festival, educational institutions, and transportation connections across southwest Arkansas.
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