71968 Royal, AR is a small town located in Independence County with a population of 3,914 people. It has an average population density of 41 people per square mile which is lower than the US Population Density of 93 People per Square mile. The local businesses in this area consist of independent stores such as Madison Farmers Co-op, Hillsboro Hay & Feed, LLC, and Gentry's Grocery Store. There are also specialty shops like the Royal Red Rooster Antique Shop and The Peacock Room Boutique. Year-round outdoor activities include visiting nearby Greer Crossing Park and the nearby Davidsonville Historic State Park for fishing, hiking and camping opportunities. Other organizations in the area include the Royal Historical Society Museum and the Royality Academy Charter School. Local sporting events are held at East Poinsett County High School and Batesville High School where they host football games for both schools throughout the year.
The population in Royal (zip 71968) is 3,914. There are 40 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Royal (zip 71968) is 43.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Royal (zip 71968) is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Royal (zip 71968)
- 60.4% are married
- 10.4% are divorced
- 41.8% are married with children
- 8.4% have children, but are single
Race in Royal (zip 71968)
- 92.7% are White
- 2.8% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 3.4% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander