Jefferson County, county in Arkansas, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 65,377 inhabitants. The county was created 195 years ago in 1829. Its county seat is Pine Bluff.
There are 1 city/town in Jefferson County, AR. The largest city of Jefferson County is Sherrill with a population of 71.
Located in the central region of Arkansas, Jefferson County contains historic small towns that exhibit the area's rich history and southern culture. Here are some highlights:
Pine Bluff - The largest city and county seat, Pine Bluff has around 42,000 residents. It has a historic downtown district, museums, and the Arkansas Railroad Museum.
White Hall - Sitting northwest of Pine Bluff, White Hall has about 5,500 residents. It contains historic homes and downtown buildings showcasing turn-of-the-century architecture.
Redfield - Home to around 600 people, Redfield grew as a railroad town in the late 1800s. Today it has antique stores and eateries downtown.
Sherrill - Founded as a sawmill town, Sherrill has a population of around 100 residents today. Historic buildings from the mill era remain.
Altheimer - This small town of around 800 sits near the Arkansas River. Blues musician Son Seals is buried in its cemetery.
The small towns of Jefferson County provide windows into Arkansas's past, from the Civil War history of Pine Bluff to the railroads, sawmills, and blues heritage that shaped quaint downtowns and tiny communities.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jefferson County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Sherrill | Town in Jefferson County, Arkansas, United States | 71 |