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Fayetteville, AR by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
97,227
Median Income
$59,074
Median Home Value
$322,500
Median Age
28.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Notable People from Fayetteville, AR
A sampling of people born in Fayetteville, AR.
Mark Pryor
1963
American politician
Mike Conley Jr.
1987
American basketball player
Lisa Blount
1957–2010
American actress (1957–2010)
Richard O. Covey
1946
American astronaut
Stacy Lewis
1985
American golfer
Edward Durell Stone
1902–1978
American architect (1902–1978)
weev
1985
Andrew Auernheimer, Internet troll and hacker
Savvy Shields
1995
American beauty pageant winner
Mary Kate Wiles
1987
American actress
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Fayetteville, AR.
Campus of the University of Arkansas
College campus in Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Chi Omega Greek Theatre
outdoor theater on the University of Arkansas campus in Fayetteville, Arkansas
Fayetteville Confederate Cemetery
military cemetery in Arkansas
Frisco Depot
railroad depot in Fayetteville, Arkansas
Strengthen the Arm of Liberty Monument
Strengthen the Arm of Liberty Monument in Fayetteville, AR
University of Arkansas Agriculture Building
university building in Fayetteville, Arkansas
Wilson Park Historic District
Fayetteville, AR, USA
Washington-Willow Historic District
historic district in Arkansas, United States
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Traveler Guide to Fayetteville, AR
Fayetteville is a city of 87,000 people (2018) in the Ozarks and the Ozarks Region of Arkansas. It is home for the main campus of the University of Arkansas, and has many characteristics of a college town, including many bars, restaurants and specialty stores. It serves as a regional hub for live music and performances, with several venues. Fayetteville is also part of the booming Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers-Bentonville metropolitan area in Northwest Arkansas, and has experienced dramatic growth since the 1990s. Fayetteville's core area of interest centers around the historic downtown square and Dickson Street, which runs between Highway 71B (also known as College Avenue) and the University of Arkansas campus, and is the "main drag" for restaurants and bars.
1 Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Highway 74, ☏ +1 479 761-3325, toll-free: +1-800-264-2417. West Fork, GPS: 35° 46.7’ 46.7” N / 94° 15’ 1.3” W. Enjoy hiking, backpacking and mountain bike trails that lead to backcountry areas of Devil's Den State Park and the surrounding Ozark National Forest. Sixteen fully-equipped cabins featuring kitchens and fireplaces are available throughout the year. The wood-burning fireplaces are available for use from mid-September thru mid-May. A park cafe and swimming pool (both open in summer only) overlook the lake. Groceries, gifts and snacks can be purchased at the park store. Also in the park are 144 campsites, a group camp, standard pavilion, and mountain bike trails. Mt. Sequoyah Conference and Retreat Center, 150 NW Skyline Dr. An amazing view of all of Fayetteville. The Statue of Liberty In front of Washington Regional Medical Center. A spectacular replica of the original Statue of Liberty in New York City. The University of Arkansas The main campus of the University of Arkansas, home of the Razorbacks, is located at the west end of Dickson Street. "Track Capital of the World" and renowned center of SEC sports, the campus is situated atop one of the many hills in the town. Check out the many stadiums (football, baseball, track, gymnastics, basketball, soccer, etc.) and the many, varied academic buildings on campus. "Old Main" is the feature, the oldest and first building. It is situated in the 'arboretum' - which features one or more of every tree found in Arkansas.
Dickson Street Visit this high-energy 'bar row' home to various bars, nightclubs, and eateries. Specialty stops and jaw-dropping jewelry stores will catch your eye as you traverse up and down the area. Farmers' Market, located on the downtown Fayetteville Square. Apr-Oct: Tu Th 7AM-1PM, Sa 7AM-2PM. Local farmers, growers, and others feature regional specialities on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings during the spring, summer and fall. The Saturday market features music and entertainment. Arkansas Razorbacks, 1295 S. Razorback Road, Suite B (ticket office), ☏ +1 479 575-5151, toll-free: +1 800 982-4647, [email protected]. Sports teams of the University of Arkansas, also affectionately known as "Hogs", with events nearly every weekend during the academic year. Sporting schedules can be found on the athletic program website. Men's and women's athletics are nationally competitive, fun to watch, and are usually reasonably priced. Make sure to wear red! Parking on campus can be tight for football or basketball, but not impossible, and certainly attainable for all other sports, including first-class track events, gymnastics, baseball, and more. Their key venues are listed immediately below: 1 Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. The Hogs' main football home, holding a little over 76,000. One or two home games a year are played at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock. 2 Bud Walton Arena. Home to men's and women's basketball, holding over 19,000. 3 Baum–Walker Stadium. Home of Razorbacks baseball; in 2019 it was renamed from Baum Stadium. 4 Barnhill Arena.
Fayetteville boasts a large number of restaurants. There are a number of casual chains and fast food along the I-49 corridor and highway 71; there are also many restaurants downtown along Dickson Street. Below are some of the best-known and unique Fayetteville restaurants. Bordinos, 310 West Dickson Street (behind Jose's), ☏ +1 479 527-6795. Bordino's offers a distinctive menu of classic to eclectic Northern Italian cuisine, such as one of their favorites, the Salmon con Gongola. Dine in elegance and note the murals and decorations all created by local artists especially for Bordinos. Catfish Hole #3, 4127 West Wedington, ☏ +1 479 521-7008, fax: +1 479 521-4946, [email protected]. Tu-Th 4:30-9:30PM, F 4:30-10PM, Sa 11:30AM-10PM, Su 11:30AM-8:30PM. Family-style dining serving steaks and fish. Doe's Eat Place, 316 W. Dickson, ☏ +1 479 443-3637, fax: +1 479 443-3649. M-Th 5-9PM, F Sa 5-10PM. Fresh cut, aged steaks. Homemade hot tamales and seafood gumbo. A branch of the Little Rock institution. 1 Girls Gone BBQ, 2630 E Citizens Dr #20, ☏ +1 479 879-8222. W, Th, F, Sat 11:30-20:00. A Southern BBQ and soul food restaurant serving conventional and vegan/gluten free versions of authentic Arkansas and Mississippi Delta Southern Food. Make sure to check hours as they can be a bit unorthodox due to the restaurant being locally owned and operated. (updated Mar 2025) Gusano's Pizzeria, 1267 Steamboat Dr, ☏ +1 479 287-4000, [email protected]. Th-Sa 11AM-11PM, Su-W 11AM-10PM.
1 George's Majestic Lounge, 519 W. Dickson St, ☏ +1 479 527-6618, fax: +1 479 527-6611, [email protected]. Go to George's Majestic Lounge to see some of the area's best musical talent. (updated Feb 2016) 2 Brewski's Restaurant & Draft Emporium, 408 West Dickson St, ☏ +1 479 973-6969. Serves more varieties of beer on tap than any other bar in the city. Rogue Locker Stock's change regularly. (updated Feb 2016) 3 On The Mark, 2588 N Gregg Ave., ☏ +1 479 575-0123. Large sports bar with dollar pool, table shuffleboard, darts and trivia. A good place to get away from the frat environment of Dickson Street. (updated Feb 2016) Arsaga's 401 East Mountain at the Fayetteville Public Library or University of Arkansas Law Library, plus other locations. Local, independent friendly coffeeshops serving drinks, pastries, good soups and sandwiches. Free wifi. Live music and/or displays by local artists at some locations.
1 Best Western Windsor Suites, 1122 South Futrall Drive, ☏ +1 479 587-1400, fax: +1 479 587-8630. Candlewood Suites, 2270 W. MLK Jr. Blvd, ☏ +1 479 856-6262. All suites with kitchens. Located just off of I-49, less than 5 minutes from the University of Arkansas. Courtyard by Marriott Fayetteville, 600 E Van Asche Drive, ☏ +1 479 571-4900. Days Inn by Wyndham, 523 South Shiloh Drive, ☏ +1 479-439-1619, fax: +1 479 521-9006. 2 Hampton Inn Fayetteville, 915 Krupa Drive, ☏ +1 479 587-8300, fax: +1 479 587-8301. Holiday Inn Express Hotels, 1251 North Shiloh Drive, ☏ +1 479 444-6006, toll-free: +1-866-270-5110, fax: +1 501 442-9857. 3 The Inn At Carnall Hall, 465 North Arkansas Avenue, ☏ +1 479 582-0400. First built as a women's dormitory for the University of Arkansas, The Inn At Carnall Hall is now a four-star hotel with a turn of the century charm. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fayetteville AR, 720 Millsap Road, ☏ +1 479 587-8600, toll-free: +1-800-228-2800, fax: +1 479 587-8600. Regency 7 Motel, 675 South Shiloh Drive, ☏ +1 479 575-0777. 4 Sleep Inn Fayetteville, 728 Millsap Road, ☏ +1 479 587-8700. Stay-Inn-Style Bed & Breakfast, 117 West Rock Street, ☏ +1 479 582-3590. Super 8 Fayetteville AR, 1075 South Shiloh Drive, ☏ +1 479 521-8866. 5 Graduate Hotel, 70 N East Ave, ☏ +1 479 442-5555. 6 Pratt Place Inn and Barn, 2231 W Markham Rd, ☏ +1 479 966-4441. (updated Feb 2016)
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA), One Airport Blvd. Suite 100, Bentonville, ☏ +1 479 205-1000, Fax: +1 479 205-1001. The Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport provides commercial flights by a variety of carriers. This is the main commercial airport for this area, including Fayetteville; its location allows it to serve the Northwest Arkansas Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers area. Fayetteville Municipal Airport, 4500 South School Avenue. Airport Administration: ☏ +1 479 718-7642, FBO Desk: ☏ +1 479 718-7641, Fax: +1 479 718-7646. Drake Field/Fayetteville Municipal Airport (FYV) is owned and operated by the City of Fayetteville. Drake Field is a general aviation facility serving private, corporate, and chartered flights. For passenger service, the nearest Amtrak stops are on the Texas Eagle line in Little Rock, Arkansas, which is about a 3-hour drive away. Interstate 49 is the main highway coming from Fort Smith and traveling north into Missouri. Many state highways exist for more scenic entrance (namely US 71), but I-49 is the fastest route from the north or south. If coming from Tulsa, US Highway 412 is the best bet. Greyhound Bus Lines (Jefferson Bus Lines), 1041 South School Avenue Highway 71B. Main: ☏ +1 479 442-6265, hours of operation (please call to verify hours before making travel arrangements), M-F 7:30AM-1:30PM, 2:30-5:30PM, Sa 7:30AM-1:30PM, Su closed, holidays closed.
Dynasty Limousines, 1125 Jefferson St. Springdale ☏ +1 479 443-5466. Four Star Limousine Service, ☏ +1 530-6644. Jefferson Bus Lines, 3075 W Wedington Dr, ☏ +1 858 800-8898. Razorback Transit ☏ +1 479 575-7433 (RIDE). Provides free transit around the campus area, to local apartment complexes, and out to the mall.
Travel tips adapted from Fayetteville (Arkansas) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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