Clark County’s workforce is grounded in skill and driven by education. Generations of craftspeople and innovators have built a reliable, adaptable labor market supported by two universities and strong technical training partnerships.
With about 10,000 workers experienced in manufacturing, logistics, and construction, local employers benefit from hands-on education aligned with industry needs. This collaboration between schools and businesses ensures a steady pipeline of qualified talent.
Located along Interstate 30, the county provides seamless access to southern markets and fully serviced industrial parks ready for growth. Clark County continues to balance education, industry, and innovation — a place where opportunity and progress work hand in hand.
Workforce Profile
- Diverse labor force supported by higher education, manufacturing, and healthcare industries
- High participation in production, logistics, and professional services occupations
- Employers benefit from a reliable, well-trained, and locally invested workforce
Employment Highlights
- Labor force: ~10,000
- Employment: ~9,450
- Unemployment rate (2025): ~5.3%
- Strong employment retention in manufacturing, healthcare, and education sectors
- Strategic location along I-30 and U.S. Highways 67 and 7 supports regional labor mobility and freight access
For More Information
Arkadelphia Regional Economic Development Alliance
Shelley Short
201 N 26th Street
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-1460
(501) 944-2028
shelley@arkadelphiaalliance.com
arkadelphiaalliance.com