Independence County, Arkansas is located in northeast Arkansas in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. The county covers 518 square miles and is home to approximately 36,000 people. With its rich natural beauty and easy access to larger urban areas Independence County has much to offer its residents.
The county offers several public transportation options for its residents including a free shuttle bus service that runs between Batesville and other cities in the county as well as a nearby Amtrak station in Newport, Arkansas. Additionally, a state-funded van service with door-to-door service for those over 60 years old or individuals with disabilities operates throughout the county. For those who prefer to drive themselves, U.S. Highway 167 connects Independence County with major metropolitan areas such as Little Rock, Memphis, and St. Louis. Furthermore, a number of regional airports are also located within an hour's drive from the county seat of Batesville. The area also offers bicycle routes connecting various cities within the county and an extensive network of local roads provide ample opportunity to explore all that this beautiful region has to offer. With so many transportation options available it is easy for anyone living in or visiting Independence County to come and go as they please!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Independence County takes 18.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Independence County get to work:
- 81.4% drive their own car alone
- 12.5% carpool with others
- 3.2% work from home
- 0.2% take mass transit