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:''For the surrounding metropolitan area (Northwest Arkansas) see Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metropolitan area''
'Fayetteville' is a college town in Washington County, Arkansas, USA and home to the University of Arkansas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 58,047. However, a special census completed in June 2006 showed the population to be 67,158. [1] The city is the third most populous in Arkansas and serves as the county seat of Washington County. It was also ranked 8th on Forbes Magazine's Top 10 Best Places in America for Business and Careers. [2]
Fayetteville is located at (36.076379, -94.160912). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 115.2 km² (44.5 mi²). 112.5 km² (43.4 mi²) of it is land and 2.8 km² (1.1 mi²) of it (2.40%) is water. Fayetteville is in the Ozark Mountains. Fayetteville was also the first home of Bill and Hillary Clinton while they both taught law at the University of Arkansas School of Law.
As of the 2000 Census, there were 58,047 people, 23,798 households, and 12,136 families residing in the city. The population density was 516.1/km² (1,336.6/mi²). There were 25,467 housing units at an average density of 226.4/km² (586.4/mi²). The racial makeup of the city was 86.50% White, 5.11% Black or African American, 1.26% Native American, 2.56% Asian, 0.16% Pacific Islander, 1.99% from other races, and 2.42% from two or more races. 4.86% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Fayetteville was the second best educated city in Arkansas (after Maumelle) in the Census, proportionately, with 44.8% of adults age 25 or older holding an associate degree or higher, and 41.2% of adults possessing a baccalaureate degree or higher. However, the city had the highest percentage of adults with masters, doctorate, or professional degrees (17.9%).
There were 23,798 households out of which 25.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.7% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 49.0% were non-families. 34.0% of all households were made up of individuals and 5.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.91.
In the city the population was spread out with 19.9% under the age of 18 , 25.7% from 18 to 24, 29.9% from 25 to 44, 15.8% from 45 to 64, and 8.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 27 years. For every 100 females there were 103.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.9 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $31,345, and the median income for a family was $45,074. Males had a median income of $30,069 versus $22,693 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,311. 19.9% of the population and 11.4% of families were below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 19.7% of those under the age of 18 and 9.1% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.
The city is served by Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport in Highfill, Arkansas. The airport also serves Springdale, Arkansas, Bentonville, Arkansas (home to Wal-Mart), Rogers, Arkansas, and all of Northwest Arkansas.
Some of Fayetteville's highlights include the town square, where a farmer's market is held from April through November, and Dickson Street, a main street that is lined with shops and restaurants and that leads through town to the University of Arkansas. The Walton Arts Center, located on Dickson Street (and named after members of the Walton family) is a performing arts center that puts on plays, concerts and other cultural events. Fayetteville was also the first home of Bill and Hillary Clinton where they were married. The house has now been turned into a museum highlighting his early political life and features campaign memorabilia, a replica of Hillary's wedding dress, a photo gallery, and footage from his early campaign commercials[1].
The Fayetteville Public Library, founded in 1916, relocated in October 2004 into a $23 million dollar building, which was the first "green" building in Fayetteville. On June 3 2006, the library celebrated its 90th birthday. The Blair Library was awarded the 2005 Thomson Gale Library Journal Library of the Year award, and, as a testament to its popularity, has seen its popularity increase dramatically, with three times more items checked out in 2005 than in 1997 [3]. The library includes a local coffeeshop, Arsaga's, and hosts several events, including film festivals, book signings, and public forums throughout the year.
'Other points of interest include:'
★ The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
★ University of Arkansas
★ Bikes Blues and BBQ (an annual event)
★ Walton Arts Center
★ Fayetteville High School
★ Named one of America's Most Livable Cities in 2004 and 2005[4]
★ Designated as one of the "Best Places to Live in America" by Money Magazine [5]
★ Ranks as the number 8 "Best Metro" in Forbes' 2007 list of "Best Places For Business And Careers" [2]
★ Ranked #1 for job growth by the Milken Institute in 2003 [7]
★ Listed in 50 Fabulous Places to Retire in America, 2nd edition
★ Featured in "Lifestyle Magazine", "Southern Living" and "The Best Towns in America"
★ Ronnie Brewer, Jr., Utah Jazz player
★ Bill Clinton, U.S. President
★ Hillary Clinton, U.S. Senator and former First Lady
★ Tim Campbell, drummer, The All-American Rejects, Skirt, The Good Fear, The Paper Hearts
★ Veronica Campbell, Jamaican Olympian
★ Mike Conley, Sr., U.S Olympian
★ Mike Conley, Jr., NBA player with Memphis Grizzlies
★ Alistair Ian Cragg, U.S. Olympian
★ John Daly, professional golfer
★ J. William Fulbright, U.S. Senator
★ Ellen Gilchrist, Novelist
★ Donald Harington, author
★ Ronnie Hawkins, Legendary rockabilly musician
★ Lucinda Williams, Grammy Award-winning songwriter (daughter of poet Miller Williams)
★ E. Fay Jones, architect
★ Matt Jones, former Razorback Quarterback, now plays wide receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars
★ Darren McFadden, 2006 Heisman Trophy runner-up; possible 2008 #1 overall pick in the NFL draft
★ Tom Pagnozzi, former professional baseball catcher
★ Mark Pryor, U.S. senator
★ Jason Rich, steel guitar, The New Amsterdams, The Paper Hearts, The Good Fear
★ Wallace Spearmon, professional sprinter, ranked 3rd in the world by Track and Field News in 200 meters for 2006
★ Edward Durell Stone, architect
★ John Tyson, founder of Tyson Foods (grandson, also named John, is current CEO)
★ Bud Walton, Wal-Mart co-founder
★ John Edward Williams, novelist and poet
★ Miller Williams, poet (daughter Lucinda is acclaimed songwriter and singer)
★ Donald Roller Wilson, artist
★ Hank Kaminsky - sculptor
=External links=
★ Fayetteville City webpage
★ History of Fayetteville's Jewish community (from the Institute of Southern Jewish Life)
★ Fayetteville Public Library
★ Fayetteville History
★ Radio stations in the Fayetteville area
★ Encyclopedia of Arkansas History & Culture entry: Fayetteville (Washington County)
'Fayetteville' is a college town in Washington County, Arkansas, USA and home to the University of Arkansas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 58,047. However, a special census completed in June 2006 showed the population to be 67,158. [1] The city is the third most populous in Arkansas and serves as the county seat of Washington County. It was also ranked 8th on Forbes Magazine's Top 10 Best Places in America for Business and Careers. [2]
| Contents |
| Geography |
| Demographics |
| Points of interest |
| Accolades |
| Notable natives and residents |
Geography
Fayetteville is located at (36.076379, -94.160912). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 115.2 km² (44.5 mi²). 112.5 km² (43.4 mi²) of it is land and 2.8 km² (1.1 mi²) of it (2.40%) is water. Fayetteville is in the Ozark Mountains. Fayetteville was also the first home of Bill and Hillary Clinton while they both taught law at the University of Arkansas School of Law.
Demographics
As of the 2000 Census, there were 58,047 people, 23,798 households, and 12,136 families residing in the city. The population density was 516.1/km² (1,336.6/mi²). There were 25,467 housing units at an average density of 226.4/km² (586.4/mi²). The racial makeup of the city was 86.50% White, 5.11% Black or African American, 1.26% Native American, 2.56% Asian, 0.16% Pacific Islander, 1.99% from other races, and 2.42% from two or more races. 4.86% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Fayetteville was the second best educated city in Arkansas (after Maumelle) in the Census, proportionately, with 44.8% of adults age 25 or older holding an associate degree or higher, and 41.2% of adults possessing a baccalaureate degree or higher. However, the city had the highest percentage of adults with masters, doctorate, or professional degrees (17.9%).
There were 23,798 households out of which 25.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.7% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 49.0% were non-families. 34.0% of all households were made up of individuals and 5.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.91.
In the city the population was spread out with 19.9% under the age of 18 , 25.7% from 18 to 24, 29.9% from 25 to 44, 15.8% from 45 to 64, and 8.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 27 years. For every 100 females there were 103.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.9 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $31,345, and the median income for a family was $45,074. Males had a median income of $30,069 versus $22,693 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,311. 19.9% of the population and 11.4% of families were below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 19.7% of those under the age of 18 and 9.1% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.
Points of interest
Dickson Street, the center of activity in Fayetteville.
The Fayetteville Public Library
The Stone House
Old Main, original University of Arkansas building.
Partial view of the town square.
The city is served by Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport in Highfill, Arkansas. The airport also serves Springdale, Arkansas, Bentonville, Arkansas (home to Wal-Mart), Rogers, Arkansas, and all of Northwest Arkansas.
Some of Fayetteville's highlights include the town square, where a farmer's market is held from April through November, and Dickson Street, a main street that is lined with shops and restaurants and that leads through town to the University of Arkansas. The Walton Arts Center, located on Dickson Street (and named after members of the Walton family) is a performing arts center that puts on plays, concerts and other cultural events. Fayetteville was also the first home of Bill and Hillary Clinton where they were married. The house has now been turned into a museum highlighting his early political life and features campaign memorabilia, a replica of Hillary's wedding dress, a photo gallery, and footage from his early campaign commercials[1].
The Fayetteville Public Library, founded in 1916, relocated in October 2004 into a $23 million dollar building, which was the first "green" building in Fayetteville. On June 3 2006, the library celebrated its 90th birthday. The Blair Library was awarded the 2005 Thomson Gale Library Journal Library of the Year award, and, as a testament to its popularity, has seen its popularity increase dramatically, with three times more items checked out in 2005 than in 1997 [3]. The library includes a local coffeeshop, Arsaga's, and hosts several events, including film festivals, book signings, and public forums throughout the year.
'Other points of interest include:'
★ The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
★ University of Arkansas
★ Bikes Blues and BBQ (an annual event)
★ Walton Arts Center
★ Fayetteville High School
Accolades
★ Named one of America's Most Livable Cities in 2004 and 2005[4]
★ Designated as one of the "Best Places to Live in America" by Money Magazine [5]
★ Ranks as the number 8 "Best Metro" in Forbes' 2007 list of "Best Places For Business And Careers" [2]
★ Ranked #1 for job growth by the Milken Institute in 2003 [7]
★ Listed in 50 Fabulous Places to Retire in America, 2nd edition
★ Featured in "Lifestyle Magazine", "Southern Living" and "The Best Towns in America"
Notable natives and residents
★ Ronnie Brewer, Jr., Utah Jazz player
★ Bill Clinton, U.S. President
★ Hillary Clinton, U.S. Senator and former First Lady
★ Tim Campbell, drummer, The All-American Rejects, Skirt, The Good Fear, The Paper Hearts
★ Veronica Campbell, Jamaican Olympian
★ Mike Conley, Sr., U.S Olympian
★ Mike Conley, Jr., NBA player with Memphis Grizzlies
★ Alistair Ian Cragg, U.S. Olympian
★ John Daly, professional golfer
★ J. William Fulbright, U.S. Senator
★ Ellen Gilchrist, Novelist
★ Donald Harington, author
★ Ronnie Hawkins, Legendary rockabilly musician
★ Lucinda Williams, Grammy Award-winning songwriter (daughter of poet Miller Williams)
★ E. Fay Jones, architect
★ Matt Jones, former Razorback Quarterback, now plays wide receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars
★ Darren McFadden, 2006 Heisman Trophy runner-up; possible 2008 #1 overall pick in the NFL draft
★ Tom Pagnozzi, former professional baseball catcher
★ Mark Pryor, U.S. senator
★ Jason Rich, steel guitar, The New Amsterdams, The Paper Hearts, The Good Fear
★ Wallace Spearmon, professional sprinter, ranked 3rd in the world by Track and Field News in 200 meters for 2006
★ Edward Durell Stone, architect
★ John Tyson, founder of Tyson Foods (grandson, also named John, is current CEO)
★ Bud Walton, Wal-Mart co-founder
★ John Edward Williams, novelist and poet
★ Miller Williams, poet (daughter Lucinda is acclaimed songwriter and singer)
★ Donald Roller Wilson, artist
★ Hank Kaminsky - sculptor
=External links=
★ Fayetteville City webpage
★ History of Fayetteville's Jewish community (from the Institute of Southern Jewish Life)
★ Fayetteville Public Library
★ Fayetteville History
★ Radio stations in the Fayetteville area
★ Encyclopedia of Arkansas History & Culture entry: Fayetteville (Washington County)
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