Mulberry Arkansas Map

About Mulberry, Arkansas

Mulberry is a locality in Crawford County, Arkansas, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,646. The population density is 77.6 people per km². Mulberry is located at 35.5006°N, 94.0516°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 72947.

Mulberry rests in a pocket of Crawford County where the land begins its slow, deliberate roll toward the Arkansas River valley. It lies 21.1 miles east-north-east of Fort Smith, AR (from Fort Smith, AR: bearing 68°T), and is situated 9.7 miles east of Alma. Here, the Ozark foothills begin to soften, their ruggedness yielding to broad, fertile fields and the gentle, winding paths of small creeks. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries the scent of damp earth and ripening crops, a subtle perfume that clings to the low-slung buildings and the wide, quiet streets. Oak and hickory trees, their leaves a deep, resonant green, punctuate the landscape, offering shade and a sense of enduring peace. The story of Mulberry is one of quiet perseverance, tied inextricably to the agricultural bounty of its surroundings and the nearby river that once served as its main artery of commerce. For generations, the land has yielded its harvest, supporting a local economy built on farming and the small businesses that cater to the needs of its residents. While the grander narratives of industry may have bypassed Mulberry, its character is forged in the enduring rhythm of the seasons and the collective memory of families who have called this place home. The subtle gleam of sun on a weathered barn roof or the distant hum of a tractor are the true landmarks here, speaking of a life lived in close communion with the land.

About This Mulberry Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Mulberry, Arkansas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 35.500642, -94.051592. 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 Mulberry and Crawford County.

Detailed location data for Mulberry includes the ZIP code (72947), telephone area code (479), county seat of Crawford County (Van Buren), and school district assignment (Mulberry 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 Mulberry is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.