Cities & Towns in Craighead County, AR
Craighead County, county in Arkansas, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 112,245 inhabitants. The county was created 166 years ago in 1859. Its county seat is .
There are 1 city/town in Craighead County, AR. The largest city of Craighead County is Egypt with a population of 111.
Egypt
Egypt, Town in Arkansas
Situated in the fertile farmlands of northeast Arkansas lies Craighead County, a mix of commercial hubs, college towns, and agricultural communities. Though modest in size at just over 700 square miles, Craighead County serves as a major economic center in the region.
The city of Jonesboro acts as the county seat and is home to Arkansas State University. Jonesboro forms the commercial, cultural, and educational core of Craighead County. Just west lies the city of Bay, a rapidly growing suburb of Jonesboro.
The towns of Bono, Brookland, Caraway, and Lake City retain their small-town atmosphere while benefiting from Jonesboro's amenities. Scattered throughout the countryside are unincorporated farming communities like Egypt, Powell, and Needmore that embody Arkansas's agricultural heritage.
Craighead County's blend of urban opportunities paired with rural sensibilities provide an authentic snapshot of Arkansas life. From college crowds to quiet country roads, the assortment of cities, towns, and communities in this northeast Arkansas county caters to a variety of lifestyles.
All Craighead County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Craighead County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | Town in Arkansas | 111 |
County Cities on Map (1)
