Shirley Arkansas Map

About Shirley, Arkansas

Shirley is a locality in Van Buren County, Arkansas, United States. It is a small community with a population of 269. The population density is 49.2 people per km². Shirley is located at 35.6562°N, 92.3193°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 72153.

Shirley rests in a hollow carved by time and water, where the Ozark foothills begin their gentle rise. It lies 39.8 miles north of Conway, AR (from Conway, AR: bearing 10°T), and is situated 4.9 miles north-north-west of Fairfield Bay. The landscape here is a study in deep greens and earthy browns, a tapestry woven from dense hardwood forests and the occasional sun-drenched pasture. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries the damp, loamy scent of the forest floor, a subtle perfume that clings to the skin. Small creeks, their beds smoothed by the constant caress of flowing water, thread their way through the terrain, their murmurs a constant, soothing soundtrack to the quietude. The sky above Shirley often holds a bruised, luminous quality at dusk, the clouds catching the last rays of the sun in hues of rose and amethyst, a fleeting spectacle that imbues the rolling hills with a profound sense of peace. The story of Shirley is one of resilience, rooted in the rich soil and the spirit of its people. Originally settled by those drawn to the fertile land and the abundant timber, the local economy has historically revolved around agriculture and forestry, with small farms still dotting the landscape, their fields yielding crops that have sustained families for generations. While the whispers of past logging operations can still be heard in the shape of the land, a contemporary spirit of entrepreneurship is also taking root, with local artisans and small businesses contributing to Shirley's unique character. The nearby Greers Ferry Lake, a jewel of the Ozarks, offers a different kind of livelihood and recreation, its clear waters inviting visitors and locals alike to its shores. Shirley itself, though small, possesses a quiet dignity, a place where the rhythm of life is dictated by the seasons and the enduring connections between people and the land.

About This Shirley Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Shirley, 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 Shirley and Van Buren County.

Detailed location data for Shirley includes the ZIP code (72153), telephone area code (225), county seat of Van Buren County (Clinton), and school district assignment (Shirley 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 Shirley is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.