Moving to Hartman, Arkansas

Hartman, Arkansas is located in Johnson County and has a population of approximately 4,000 people. The city covers an area of 4.5 square miles and is situated approximately 60 miles northwest of Little Rock. It has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters.

The city was first established in 1856 by a group of settlers from Tennessee and named after George W. Hartman, the founder’s brother-in-law. The town was incorporated in 1883 and has since become a major agricultural center for the region. The economy is mainly based on farming, with cotton, soybeans, corn, wheat, and hay being the primary crops grown in the area.

Politically, Hartman is part of Arkansas’ 3rd Congressional district and is represented by Republican Steve Womack in the United States House of Representatives. At the state level it is represented by Republican Senator Jim Hendren as well as Republican Representative Bob Ballinger in the Arkansas House of Representatives.

The city contains several schools including Hartman Elementary School as well as Hartman High School which offers students an array of educational opportunities including sports teams and academic clubs such as National Honor Society (NHS).

Hartman is known for its historic landmarks such as Old Town Hall which dates back to 1883 when it was built to serve as both a town hall and jailhouse. Other notable landmarks include Hartman Park which features a variety of outdoor activities such as fishing at Lake Hartman or playing basketball or tennis on one of its courts or fields. There’s also the Roberta Moultrie Community Center which houses several recreational facilities such as an indoor pool, fitness center, game room, library/meeting rooms, gymnasiums and more!

Population: 596. Estimated population in July 2024: 620 (+4.0% change)
Males: 296 (49.7%), Females: 300 (50.3%)

Johnson County

Zip code: 72840

Demographics

Median resident age: 35.6 years
Median household income: $22,891
Median house value: $42,500

Population by Race

Races in Hartman:

• White Non-Hispanic (97.1%)
• Hispanic (1.7%)
• American Indian (1.0%)
• Other race (0.5%)

Ancestries: German (12.2%), United States (12.1%), English (10.9%), Irish (7.6%), Dutch (4.4%), French (3.4%).

Elevation: 387 feet

Land area: 1.4 square miles

Population by Education

Hartman, Arkansas is a small town located in the northwest corner of Arkansas. It is home to a population of 1,841 as of the 2020 census. The majority of the population is white with some African American and Hispanic residents. The median age is 44 years old with a median household income of $42,000. Most of the population works in agriculture or related industries such as logging and timber production. There are also some small businesses in town such as a gas station, a grocery store, and a few restaurants. The town has one school district that serves students from Pre-K through 12th grade. There are also two churches in town that serve both the religious and community needs of its citizens. Hartman also has several parks, trails, and recreation areas where residents can enjoy spending time outdoors with friends and family. The town’s main attraction is the annual Hartman Festival which brings people from all over the state to enjoy local food, music, and entertainment while celebrating their unique culture and heritage.

For population 25 years and over in Hartman

• High school or higher: 55.9%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 8.5%
• Graduate or professional degree: 2.2%
• Unemployed: 9.0%
• Mean travel time to work: 24.1 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Hartman city

• Never married: 13.0%
• Now married: 66.6%
• Separated: 2.6%
• Widowed: 10.9%
• Divorced: 6.9%

0.5% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +96 (+19.2%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Hartman:

• JOHNSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER (about 10 miles; CLARKSVILLE, AR)
• NORTH LOGAN MERCY HOSPITAL (about 12 miles; PARIS, AR)
• MERCY HOSPITAL TURNER MEMORIAL (about 17 miles; OZARK, AR)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Hartman:

• FORT SMITH REGIONAL (about 53 miles; FORT SMITH, AR; Abbreviation: FSM)
• DRAKE FIELD (about 55 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, AR; Abbreviation: FYV)
• NORTHWEST ARKANSAS RGNL (about 75 miles; FAYETTEVILLE/SPRINGDALE/, AR; Abbreviation: XNA)

Other public-use airports nearest to Hartman:

• PARIS MUNI (about 11 miles; PARIS /SUBIACO/, AR; Abbreviation: 7M6)
• CLARKSVILLE MUNI (about 15 miles; CLARKSVILLE, AR; Abbreviation: H35)
• OZARK-FRANKLIN COUNTY (about 16 miles; OZARK, AR; Abbreviation: 7M5)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Hartman:

• ARKANSAS TECH UNIVERSITY (about 35 miles; RUSSELLVILLE, AR; Full-time enrollment: 4,450)
• WESTARK COLLEGE (about 47 miles; FT SMITH, AR; Full-time enrollment: 3,472)
• UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS MAIN CAMPUS (about 56 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, AR; Full-time enrollment: 13,324)
• NORTHWEST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 77 miles; BENTONVILLE, AR; Full-time enrollment: 2,197)
• UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS (about 91 miles; CONWAY, AR; Full-time enrollment: 7,693)
• HENDERSON STATE UNIVERSITY (about 100 miles; ARKADELPHIA, AR; Full-time enrollment: 3,109)
• NORTHEASTERN STATE UNIVERSITY (about 100 miles; TAHLEQUAH, OK; Full-time enrollment: 6,610)

Public primary/middle school in Hartman:

• WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 311; Location: HWY 64; Grades: KG – 06)