Arkansas State Overview

Capital: Little Rock

Estimated 2004 population: 2,752,629

Change from 2000: +79,229

2004 housing units: 1,233,203

Housing units change from 2000-2004: +56,548

Top Arkansas Cities

Camden | El Dorado | Fayetteville | Fort Smith | Hot Springs | Little Rock | Magnolia | Mountain View | Pine Bluff | Pocahontas | Springdale | West Helena

Arkansas Economy

A major cotton-producing state in the 19th century, Arkansas has since diversified its agricultural production and overall economy. Cotton is still an important crop, but ranks below soybeans and rice. Arkansas has become a leading producer of poultry, raising over one billion broiler chickens a year; turkeys, dairy goods, and catfish are also important.

The state's most important mineral products are petroleum, bromine and bromine compounds, and natural gas, and it is the nation's leading bauxite producer.

Top Arkansas Attractions

Arkansas is a unique tapestry of mountains, plains and fertile delta. You can enjoy contemporary cityscapes or outdoor recreation.

Hunting of all sorts is available. Go duck, deer and wild turkey hunting, fish for trout or big bass or dig for diamonds.

Listen to a symphony or Ozark Mountain music; tour Civil War sites; visit art museums and children's museums. There are hundreds of fun family festivals held annually. Explore each and every one of the 51 Arkansas State Parks!