Sevier County stands out for its balance of industry, agriculture, and outdoor living. Centered around De Queen, it offers a strong economy supported by skilled workers and abundant natural resources.
Located along U.S. Highways 70 and 71, the county connects easily to trade routes across Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. Reliable rail access, modern utilities, and expanding broadband support manufacturing, timber, and agriculture.
Major employers like Pilgrim’s Pride and Weyerhaeuser anchor a workforce trained through UA Cossatot for today’s industries. With scenic lakes, rivers, and a welcoming community, Sevier County blends opportunity, progress, and quality of life.
Major Employers
- Pilgrim’s Pride
- Tyson Foods
- UA/Cossatot Community College
- Sevier County Medical Center
- De Queen Public Schools
Demographics
- White (non-Hispanic): 8,400 53.03%
- Black or African American (non-Hispanic): 550 3.47%
- Native American: 305 1.93%
- Asian: 60 0.38%
- Pacific Islander: 241 1.52%
- Other / Mixed: 775 4.89%
- Hispanic or Latino: 5,508 34.77%
Major Highways
Interstate 49
U.S. Highway 59
U.S. Highway 70
U.S. Highway 71
U.S. Highway 371
Highway 24
Highway 27
Highway 41
For More Information
FRIENDS
Funding Retention & Increasing Efforts for Notable Economic Development in Sevier County
315 W. Stillwell Avenue
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 584-1184
(870) 784-2047
vozura@cccua.edu