Explore Siloam Springs, Arkansas, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Siloam Springs |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Benton County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 36.188136 |
| Longitude | -94.540496 |
| Population | 17,287 |
| Density | 580.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 72761 |
| Area Code | 479 |
| County Seat | Bentonville |
| School District | Siloam Springs Schools |
Siloam Springs manifests as a quiet convergence of limestone and water where the soft light of evening catches the ripples of Sager Creek. It lies 18.5 miles southwest of Centerton, AR (from Centerton, AR: bearing 230°T), and is situated 6.3 miles south-southwest of Gentry. This landscape is defined by the gentle rise of the earth toward the distant silhouette of Parricks Ridge, which anchors the horizon in a haze of blue. Beyond the immediate town limits, the terrain shifts into the quiet topography of Gum Springs Hollow, where the air holds a cool, damp weight. Visitors often find their way to the Weddington Hiking Trail to traverse the wooded corridors that characterize this inland region. The presence of Siloam Springs Lake nearby offers a reflective surface that mirrors the shifting clouds of the Arkansas sky.
Siloam Springs emerged from the promise of mineral-rich waters, drawing early settlers who sought both health and a place to cultivate the fertile soil. The local economy transitioned from these early agrarian roots into a diversified landscape of manufacturing and regional commerce. Poultry production and metal fabrication have long provided a steady pulse for the workforce, grounding the inhabitants in a tradition of manual diligence. Modern industry continues to adapt alongside the growth of John Brown University, which serves as a central pillar of intellectual and professional life. The development of the regional infrastructure reflects a history of steady, measured expansion that avoids the volatility of larger industrial centers.
Cultural life in Siloam Springs revolves around the City Park Gazebo, a site that serves as the quiet anchor for community gatherings and local performances. The atmosphere maintains a deliberate pace, favoring the hum of conversation over the frantic noise of a more hurried existence. Residents often gather for seasonal festivals that celebrate the specific harvest and character of the Ozark foothills. While the locality remains humble in its reach, it has been the home of figures such as the author Charles Portis, whose work captured the distinct vernacular of the region with singular precision. The collective identity of Siloam Springs remains tied to these shared spaces and the enduring, straightforward nature of its people.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Siloam Springs, Arkansas. Coordinates: 36.188136, -94.540496. 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 Siloam Springs includes the ZIP code (72761), telephone area code (479), county seat of Benton County (Bentonville), and school district assignment (Siloam Springs Schools).
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. |