Salado
Census-designated place in Independence County, Arkansas

Salado is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Independence County, Arkansas, with 472 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 427 ft (130 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Southside, 2.7 miles NW.
- 472residents (2020 Census)
- 427 ftelevation · 130 m
- 2.0 sq miland area · 5.1 km²
- 238 / sq mipopulation density
- 72571ZIP code
About Salado
Salado is an unincorporated area and census-designated place (CDP) in Independence County, Arkansas, United States. It was first listed as a CDP in the 2020 census with a population of 472.
The Goff Petroglyph Site is located here.
The spur route of Arkansas Highway 14 connects Salado with Southside.
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Living in Salado
- Median household income
- $39,355
- Median home value
- $221,800
- Median age
- 12.6
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Salado had 472 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 472 |
|---|---|
| Density | 238 per sq mi (92 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Salado at a glance
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
|---|---|
| County | Independence County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 472 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.98 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Elevation | 427 ft (130 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.6954° N, 91.5923° W |
| ZIP code | 72571 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0562120 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Salado
- Southside2.7 mi NW
- Moorefield5.1 mi N
- Batesville5.3 mi N
- Desha5.8 mi NW
- Magness6.2 mi E
- Sulphur Rock6.5 mi NE
- Newark8.4 mi E
- Oil Trough8.7 mi SE
- Pleasant Plains9.9 mi S
- Floral11.9 mi SW
- Bethesda12.9 mi NW
- Concord15.2 mi W
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Salado
What county is Salado in?
Salado is in Independence County, Arkansas.
What is the population of Salado, AR?
472 people lived in Salado at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Salado, AR?
The ZIP code of Salado is 72571.
What is the elevation of Salado?
427 feet (130 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Salado?
Southside (2.7 mi), Moorefield (5.1 mi), Batesville (5.3 mi), Desha (5.8 mi), Magness (6.2 mi).
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