Lincoln Arkansas Map

About Lincoln, Arkansas

Lincoln is a locality in Washington County, Arkansas, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,794. The population density is 385.5 people per km². Lincoln is located at 35.9495°N, 94.4235°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 72744.

Lincoln, Arkansas, rests in a landscape where the Ozark foothills begin their patient, rolling descent towards the broader Arkansas River Valley. It lies 16.8 miles west-south-west of Fayetteville, AR (from Fayetteville, AR: bearing 242°T), and is situated 6.2 miles west-south-west of Prairie Grove. Here, the land is a mosaic of cultivated fields and dense woodland, the trees a vibrant green in summer, then ablaze with russet and gold as autumn’s cool breath touches the region. Creeks, born from the higher ground, carve shallow valleys, their waters clear and cool, reflecting the sky like polished obsidian. The air, especially in the early mornings, carries the damp, earthy scent of turned soil and the faint, sweet perfume of wild honeysuckle clinging to fence lines. Sunlight, when it breaks through the canopy, falls in broad, golden shafts, illuminating the dust motes dancing in the quiet spaces between buildings. The story of Lincoln is tied to the agricultural bounty of this fertile ground, with cattle ranching and poultry farming forming the backbone of its economy for generations. The presence of the Illinois River, a vital artery of commerce and recreation, has always been a subtle but significant influence, shaping the lives and livelihoods of those who call Lincoln home. Though not a sprawling metropolis, Lincoln possesses a distinct character, a blend of the enduring independence of the Ozarks and a neighborly warmth that permeates its daily life. Local traditions, passed down through families, often revolve around community gatherings and the shared appreciation for the natural beauty that surrounds this corner of Washington County.

About This Lincoln Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Lincoln, 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 Lincoln and Washington County.

Detailed location data for Lincoln includes the ZIP code (72744), telephone area code (479), county seat of Washington County (Fayetteville), and school district assignment (Lincoln 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 Lincoln is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.