Arkansas City, KS is a small town located in Cowley County with an estimated population of 12,028. The town has a population density of 1,246 people per square mile, far below the US population density of 93 people per square mile. Local businesses include Arkansas City Bowl and Bar, Walnut River Brewing Company, and Cross Timbers Community Church. Year-round outdoor activities can be enjoyed at nearby Rader Park which offers a variety of activities such as fishing, baseball/softball fields and equipment rental for visitors to enjoy the trails and campgrounds for family fun! Other organizations in town include the Boys & Girls Club and the Community Education & Recreation department which offer many sports programs year round for all ages. Teen clubs are available in addition to seasonal sports like flag football, basketball, softball and kickball. Arkansas City also hosts several events such as an annual Aquatic Center Carnival and Fourth of July fireworks show. Whether you're looking for local businesses or outdoor recreation activities, there's something for everyone in Arkansas City!
The population in Arkansas City is 12,028. There are 1,291 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Arkansas City is 35.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Arkansas City is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Arkansas City
- 45.8% are married
- 16.3% are divorced
- 29.2% are married with children
- 22.8% have children, but are single
Race in Arkansas City
- 70.3% are White
- 3.2% are Black
- 0.5% are Asian
- 2.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 20.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander