Hempstead County is a cornerstone of Southwest Arkansas, where history, innovation, and community come together. Centered around Hope, it blends small-town character with a pro-business environment ready for growth and investment.
Located along Interstate 30 and U.S. Highways 67 and 278, the county connects directly to Little Rock, Texarkana, and Shreveport. Strong highway and rail links make it a natural hub for logistics, manufacturing, and energy production.
With safe neighborhoods, affordable living, and a skilled workforce trained through UA Hope, Hempstead County offers balance and opportunity. It’s a place built on tradition and ready for the future.
Major Employers
- Tyson Foods
- Rainbow of Challenges
- Hope School District
- New Millennium Building Systems
- Hope Baking
Demographics
- White (non-Hispanic): 10,558 52.6%
- Black or African American (non-Hispanic): 5,644 28.1%
- Native American: 81 0.4%
- Asian: 88 0.4%
- Pacific Islander: 5 0.02%
- Other / Mixed: 736 3.7%
- Hispanic or Latino: 2,953 14.7%
Major Highways
Interstate 30
U.S. Highway 67
U.S. Highway 278
U.S. Highway 371
Highway 4
Highway 27
Highway 29
Highway 32
For More Information
Hempstead County Economic Development
Anna Powell
108 West 3rd
Hope, AR 71801
(870) 777-8485
edc@hopeusa.com