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Moving to Greenland, Arkansas

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Greenland, Arkansas is a small town located in Washington County in the northwest corner of the state. It is situated on the banks of the White River and is home to just over 1,000 people. The town was founded in 1837 by William Greenland and has a rich history that dates back to the Civil War era.

The town has a variety of attractions for visitors to explore. One popular destination is the Gentry House Museum which showcases artifacts from early settlers and Native American tribes that once inhabited this area. The museum also features a collection of Civil War-era memorabilia. Another notable attraction is the historic Josten-Lane House which was built in 1871 and offers tours of its Victorian-style architecture and furnishings. There are also several parks located within Greenland, including Greenland Park, which contains playgrounds, picnic areas, walking trails, and more.

Greenland has a vibrant business community with many shops offering everything from antique furniture to locally crafted items such as jewelry, pottery, and art work. There are also several restaurants in town that serve up delicious meals such as BBQ sandwiches, burgers, steaks, seafood dishes, Mexican cuisine and more.

The local economy is largely supported by agriculture with many farms found throughout the area growing crops such as cotton, soybeans and corn as well as hay for livestock feed. Additionally there are several greenhouses where seasonal flowers are grown for sale both locally and regionally.

Greenland has an active community full of festivals throughout the year such as their annual Heritage Days Celebration which includes music performances, arts & crafts vendors, food trucks and more! Additionally there are many opportunities for outdoor recreation including fishing at nearby lakes or rivers or hitting one of their three golf courses for some tee time with friends or family!

Greenland may be small but it packs a big punch when it comes to providing an array of activities for visitors to enjoy! Whether you’re looking to explore its rich history or take part in any number of outdoor activities – Greenland has something for everyone.

Population: 907. Estimated population in July 2024: 1,061 (+17.0% change)
Males: 450 (49.6%), Females: 457 (50.4%)

Washington County

Demographics

Median resident age: 35.1 years
Median household income: $39,643
Median house value: $78,100

Population by Race

Races in Greenland:

  • White Non-Hispanic (93.8%)
  • American Indian (2.3%)
  • Hispanic (2.2%)
  • Two or more races (1.2%)
  • Black (1.1%)
  • Other race (0.6%)

Ancestries: United States (20.6%), German (11.7%), English (11.5%), Irish (7.9%), Dutch (3.3%), Swedish (2.1%).

Elevation: 1254 feet

Land area: 2.7 square miles

Map of Greenland, AR

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Greenland

  • High school or higher: 79.5%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 16.2%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 4.5%
  • Unemployed: 2.8%
  • Mean travel time to work: 21.0 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Greenland city

  • Never married: 20.3%
  • Now married: 61.6%
  • Separated: 0.6%
  • Widowed: 4.5%
  • Divorced: 13.1%

0.8% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +62 (+7.3%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Greenland:

  • WILLOW CREEK WOMENS HOSPITAL (about 3 miles; JOHNSON, AR)
  • FAYETTEVILLE CITY HOSP & GERATRIC CTR (about 5 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, AR)
  • HEALTHSOUTH REHAB HOSP IN PART WITH RE (about 9 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, AR)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Greenland:

  • DRAKE FIELD (about 2 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, AR; Abbreviation: FYV)
  • NORTHWEST ARKANSAS RGNL (about 21 miles; FAYETTEVILLE/SPRINGDALE/, AR; Abbreviation: XNA)
  • FORT SMITH REGIONAL (about 48 miles; FORT SMITH, AR; Abbreviation: FSM)

Other public-use airports nearest to Greenland:

  • SPRINGDALE MUNI (about 13 miles; SPRINGDALE, AR; Abbreviation: ASG)
  • BENTONVILLE MUNI/LOUISE M THADEN FIELD (about 24 miles; BENTONVILLE, AR; Abbreviation: VBT)
  • SMITH FIELD (about 25 miles; SILOAM SPRINGS, AR; Abbreviation: SLG)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Greenland:

  • UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS MAIN CAMPUS (about 5 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, AR; Full-time enrollment: 13,324)
  • NORTHWEST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 26 miles; BENTONVILLE, AR; Full-time enrollment: 2,197)
  • NORTHEASTERN STATE UNIVERSITY (about 55 miles; TAHLEQUAH, OK; Full-time enrollment: 6,610)
  • WESTARK COLLEGE (about 56 miles; FT SMITH, AR; Full-time enrollment: 3,472)
  • MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE COLLEGE (about 79 miles; JOPLIN, MO; Full-time enrollment: 4,569)
  • ARKANSAS TECH UNIVERSITY (about 88 miles; RUSSELLVILLE, AR; Full-time enrollment: 4,450)
  • SOUTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY (about 103 miles; SPRINGFIELD, MO; Full-time enrollment: 14,680)

Schools

Public high schools in Greenland:

  • GREENLAND HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 247; Location: 30 N. SANDY; Grades: 09 – 12)
  • AR SCH FOR INFO SYS & TECHNOLOGY (Students: 48; Location: 30 N. SANDY; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Greenland:

  • GREENLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 348; Location: 200 N. SANDY; Grades: KG – 04)
  • GREENLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 264; Location: 55 N. SANDY; Grades: 05 – 08)

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