Explore De Queen, Arkansas, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | De Queen |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Sevier County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 34.037892 |
| Longitude | -94.341317 |
| Population | 6,105 |
| Density | 392.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 71832 |
| Area Code | 870 |
| County Seat | De Queen |
| School District | De Queen School District |
De Queen emerges from the pine-scented landscape where the flow of Little Bear Creek carves a quiet path through the earth. It lies 44.7 miles north-northwest of Texarkana, AR (from Texarkana, AR: bearing 337°T), and is situated 29.5 miles east-northeast of Idabel. The terrain surrounding De Queen is defined by the gentle rise of the land, leading the eye toward the distant silhouette of Rockpile Mountain on the far horizon. A few miles away, the quiet waters of Process City Lake mirror the shifting colors of the sky as evening approaches. The nearby expanse of Glen Canyon provides a subtle depth to the topography, grounding the region in a rugged, inland beauty. Evenings here carry the scent of damp soil and ancient hardwoods, a reminder of the slow, steady rhythm of the southwestern Arkansas plains.
History remains a living presence in De Queen, where the legacy of the timber industry and the railroad helped shape the local economy into a resilient engine of regional commerce. The town grew alongside the tracks, becoming a center for processing the timber and agricultural bounty that define this part of the state. Today, the local economy continues to pivot on these traditional industries, supporting a workforce that values the persistence required to thrive in a landlocked environment. Herman Dierks Memorial Park serves as a central gathering place, honoring the industrial heritage that once brought so many families to these woods. The persistence of these trades creates a steady, humdrum cadence to the workweek, reflecting a commitment to craft and endurance.
De Queen maintains a distinct cultural character, marked by the warmth of its people and the quiet traditions that mark the passing of the seasons. The community gathers for local events that celebrate the harvest and the changing light of the year, fostering a sense of shared purpose among neighbors. Notable landmarks dot the area, reflecting the quiet devotion of those who built their lives in the shadow of the pines. While the pace of life favors reflection over haste, the residents often find beauty in the simple clarity of a clear, cloudless afternoon. Visitors might recognize the quiet dignity of a place that asks for little but offers a deep, grounded sense of belonging.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of De Queen, Arkansas. Coordinates: 34.037892, -94.341317. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for De Queen includes the ZIP code (71832), telephone area code (870), county seat of Sevier County (De Queen), and school district assignment (De Queen School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |