Mansfield is a town in Bradley County, in the southeastern region of the state of Arkansas, United States. According to the 2020 United States Census, the town had a population of 180 residents.
Geography
Mansfield is situated near the center of Bradley County. The town lies at an approximate elevation of 236 feet (72 m) above sea level and is traversed by Arkansas Highway 8, which provides access to nearby towns such as Warren, the county seat, and Crossett. The United States Census Bureau reports that the town encompasses a total area of 0.71 square miles (1.84 km²), all of which is land.
History
The community was incorporated as a town in 1908. Its name is believed to be derived from a local landowner or possibly in homage to Mansfield, Ohio, though definitive documentation of the naming origin is limited. The town developed around agriculture and timber-related industries that were prevalent in the region during the early twentieth century.
Demographics
- Population (2020): 180
- Population density: Approximately 253.5 persons per square mile (97.9 persons/km²).
- Racial composition (2010 Census, the most recent detailed breakdown): Primarily White and African American residents, with smaller percentages of other racial groups.
- Household characteristics: The town contains a mixture of family households and non‑family households, with an average household size of roughly 2.4 persons, based on earlier census data.
Economy
Mansfield’s economy is largely service‑oriented and supported by the surrounding agricultural and timber sectors. Employment within the town is limited, with many residents commuting to larger nearby communities for work.
Education
Public education for Mansfield residents is administered by the Bradley County School District. The district operates several schools in the area, including Warren High School, which serves secondary students from Mansfield and surrounding locales.
Transportation
State Highway 8 provides primary road access. The nearest major highways are U.S. Route 63 and Interstate 30, located several miles to the west. The closest commercial airport is the Texarkana Regional Airport, approximately 60 miles west of the town.
Notable People
No individuals of statewide or national prominence are documented as having originated from Mansfield, Arkansas, in widely accepted encyclopedic sources.
References
- United States Census Bureau, 2020 Decennial Census.
- Arkansas Department of Transportation, Highway Maps.
- Bradley County Historical Society publications.
This entry reflects information available from publicly accessible governmental and historical records as of 2023.