Paragould, AR
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 23,716 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Paragould is in northeast Arkansas, where the Missouri Pacific and the Cotton Belt railways meet.
Cultural Attractions
The Loose Caboose Festival, which celebrates Paragould's railroad heritage, features music, food, and entertainment.
Recreation
Crowley's Ridge State Park offers scenery for strollers and anglers alike.
Historical
The town is named for two railroad tycoons, J.W. Paramore and Jay Gould, whose respective railroads intersected in present-day Paragould.
Economy
Though today manufacturing employs many, agriculture still is the breadwinner of the county.
| Population [details] | 23,716 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 66.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 153.67 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 14.20% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 42.81 °F/24.44 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 90.61 °F/69.13 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 47.05 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 68 |
| Cost of living [details] | 87.5 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Memphis (67.85 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | MEMPHIS INTERNATIONAL (76.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness |
| Cultural activities | Movie theaters, Religious activities, Wineries |
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