West Memphis Arkansas Map
Explore West Memphis, Arkansas, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of West Memphis, Arkansas
| City | West Memphis |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Crittenden County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 35.149554 |
| Longitude | -90.199266 |
| Population | 24,520 |
| Density | 328.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 72301, 72303 |
| Area Code | 501 |
| County Seat | Marion |
| School District | West Memphis School District |
About West Memphis, Arkansas
West Memphis is a locality in Crittenden County, Arkansas, United States. It has a population of 24,520. The population density is 328.2 people per km². West Memphis is located at 35.1496°N, 90.1993°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. West Memphis is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 72301, 72303.West Memphis rises from the flat, industrious plains of the Arkansas landscape, defined by the expansive horizon of the Mississippi Delta. It lies 4.8 miles south of Marion, AR (from Marion, AR: bearing 172°T), and is situated 7.7 miles west of Memphis. Tenmile Bayou winds its path just one mile away, marking the quiet, persistent movement of water through the low-lying terrain. Nearby, the land reaches toward the curious elevation of Vice Presidents Island Number Forty-six, which sits three miles distant as a silent, wooded sentinel. Visitors often find solace in the open green space of Park, a local area that offers a brief pause amidst the regional expanse. The quality of light at dusk here possesses a heavy, amber clarity that seems to stretch the shadows of the hardwood trees across the cooling soil.
West Memphis maintains a history deeply rooted in the logistics of transport and the steady labor of the agricultural sector. The local economy thrives on the movement of goods, leveraging its position as a central junction where rail and road intersect to serve a wider region. Warehouses and distribution centers define the skyline, reflecting a commitment to the practical, daily work that keeps the broader economy in motion. Generations have built their livelihoods here, contributing to an industrial character that values consistency over spectacle. The rhythmic hum of commerce provides a constant, underlying melody to the workday, grounding the identity of West Memphis in the tangible output of its people.
Cultural life in West Memphis carries the influence of a regional vernacular that values hospitality and a slow, intentional pace of conversation. While Lake McKellar sits four miles away, residents often look toward the music and social traditions that have historically defined the surrounding Delta culture. Musicians like Albert King, whose blues guitar work echoed the soul of this region, brought an international recognition to the creative spirit found within these borders. The town observes the passing seasons with local events that gather neighbors together, fostering a sense of familiarity that transcends the bustle of the interstate. Each afternoon, the air takes on a soft, humid stillness, suggesting a place that remains deeply connected to the earth and the long traditions of its inhabitants.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Unnamed Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 231° SW
- Tildon Rogers Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 284° W
- Marion Recreational Complex (Local Recreation) — 2.3 mi, 009° N
- Presidents Island Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 3.0 mi, 146° SE
- To Fuller (State Park) — 6.7 mi, 146° SE
- TO Fuller State Park (2021 Addition) (State Park) — 7.4 mi, 149° SE
- Yellow Fever Memorial (Monument) — 7.4 mi, 101° E
- Memphis Martyrs (Monument) — 7.4 mi, 101° E
- Memphis Flyway (Viewpoint) — 7.5 mi, 099° E
- Ashburn-Coppock Park (Monument) — 7.6 mi, 100° E
- Memphis Riverboats (Attraction) — 7.9 mi, 094° E
- Upstander (Public Artwork) — 8.1 mi, 097° E
- Halloran Centre Theater (Theatre) — 8.1 mi, 095° E
- Sidewalk of Stars at the Orpheum (Attraction) — 8.2 mi, 094° E
- Eddie Murphy Star Marker (Attraction) — 8.2 mi, 094° E
- The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange (Museum) — 8.2 mi, 093° E
- Belz Museum of Asian and Judaic Art (Museum) — 8.2 mi, 094° E
- Memphis Music Hall of Fame (Museum) — 8.3 mi, 094° E
- Ducks Unlimited Waterfowling Heritage Center (Museum) — 8.4 mi, 087° E
- The Eel on Beale (Withers Museum) (Museum) — 8.5 mi, 095° E
- Grind City Amphitheater (Theatre) — 8.8 mi, 081° E
- Eagle Lake Refuge (State Conservation Area) — 9.2 mi, 043° NE
- Crosstown Arts (Gallery) — 10.5 mi, 089° E
- Warthog (Attraction) — 11.4 mi, 089° E
- Wapanocca National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 12.2 mi, 356° N · 11k acres
- Third Church of Christ, Scientist (Gallery) — 14.5 mi, 097° E
- Farm Service Agency Interest Of Ar (National Wildlife Refuge) — 22.7 mi, 255° W · 1,326 acres
- St. Francis National Forest (National Forest) — 39.6 mi, 223° SW · 21k acres
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About This West Memphis Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of West Memphis, Arkansas. Coordinates: 35.149554, -90.199266. 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 West Memphis includes the ZIP code (72301, 72303), telephone area code (501), county seat of Crittenden County (Marion), and school district assignment (West Memphis School District).
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. |
