Knoxville Arkansas Map

About Knoxville, Arkansas

Knoxville is a locality in Johnson County, Arkansas, United States. It is a small community with a population of 663. The population density is 75.3 people per km². Knoxville is located at 35.3820°N, 93.3643°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 72845.

Knoxville, Arkansas, rests in a landscape where the Ozark foothills begin to soften their sharp edges, yielding to a gentler, rolling terrain. It lies 14.8 miles west-north-west of Russellville, AR (from Russellville, AR: bearing 299°T), and is situated 8.4 miles south-east of Clarksville. The air here, especially after a summer rain, carries a deep, earthy scent of pine and damp soil, a fragrance that seems to cling to the very stones of the small, sturdy houses. Sunlight filters through the dense canopy of oaks and hickories, painting fleeting patterns on the dusty roads that wind between modest farms and patches of dense woodland. The land itself feels ancient, a quiet testament to seasons passed, its contours shaped not by grand pronouncements but by the slow, persistent work of water and time, giving the surrounding hills a rounded, almost benevolent aspect. The history of Knoxville is a story woven with the threads of early settlement and the enduring spirit of self-sufficiency. Originally established as a crossroads for farmers and loggers, its economy has long been tied to the bounty of the land, with agriculture, particularly cattle ranching and hay production, forming the backbone of its livelihood. The gentle curve of the Arkansas River, though not directly bordering Knoxville, influences the regional climate and offers a distant, murmuring presence that echoes the quietude of the community. Life here moves at a pace dictated by the sun and the seasons, a rhythm that has allowed traditions to take root, fostering a close-knit character where neighbors know each other’s names and the passing of time is marked by the changing colors of the leaves.

About This Knoxville Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Knoxville, Arkansas with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Knoxville and Johnson County.

Detailed location data for Knoxville includes the ZIP code (72845), telephone area code (479, 501, 870), county seat of Johnson County (Clarksville), and school district assignment (Lamar School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Knoxville is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.