The City of
Calico Rock.
The only Calico Rock on earth — perched on the White River in the heart of the Ozarks. A place where neighbors still know your name and the outdoors is always at your door.
Why People Choose Calico Rock
Small-town living with real-world amenities — and one of the most beautiful natural settings in the Ozarks right outside your door.
Affordable Housing
Home prices in Calico Rock are well below the national average, making homeownership genuinely attainable. Whether you're looking for a riverfront cabin, a historic Main Street property, or a quiet lot in the hills — your dollar goes further here.
Median Home ~$150K–$310KHealthcare in Town
Calico Rock has its own full-service hospital — Izard Regional Hospital — with a 24-hour emergency room, laboratory, radiology, and specialty services. Baxter Health Family Clinic also provides primary care locally. You don't have to drive an hour for care.
Izard Regional Hospital · In TownSmall School, Big Attention
Calico Rock School District serves K–12 with an 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio — one of the lowest in the state. With roughly 370 students total, kids get individual attention and are known by name, not number.
8:1 Student-Teacher RatioWorld-Class Outdoors
The White River — one of the premier trout fisheries in the United States — runs right through town. Add the #1-rated disc golf course in Arkansas, City Rock Bluff, kayaking, hiking, and Blanchard Springs Caverns just 30 minutes away.
White River · Disc Golf · HikingSurprisingly Connected
Calico Rock has its own municipal airport (3M0) with a paved runway suitable for private and charter aircraft. Mountain Home Regional Airport is 30 minutes away. You can live in the Ozarks and still get where you need to go.
Municipal Airport · 3M0Real Community
Calico Rock is one of the oldest towns in Arkansas, incorporated in 1903 and settled long before. Neighbors show up for each other. The annual Living Windows festival, the museum, local arts studios, and community events keep the town alive year-round.
Est. 1831 · Only One in the WorldCity Services
Everything the City of Calico Rock provides for residents — from utilities and public safety to parks and economic development.
The City of Calico Rock operates a municipal water system serving residents and businesses. Pay your water bill online, report outages, or set up new service through City Hall.
The Izard County Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement under contract for the City of Calico Rock. For emergencies, dial 911. For non-emergency matters, contact the Sheriff's Office directly.
The Calico Rock Volunteer Fire Department provides fire suppression, rescue, and emergency services to the city and surrounding area. The department is led by Fire Chief Leon Cheatham, appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the council.
Our city parks offer walking trails, an 18-hole disc golf course, baseball and softball fields, a playground, basketball courts, a pavilion, and a boat ramp. All parks are free and open to the public. Pavilions are available for reservation.
Calico Rock Municipal Airport (FAA: 3M0) is located a short drive from Main Street along Highway 5 and was established in 1990. The airport commission is constantly improving services. The paved runway is suitable for private and charter aircraft.
Main Street Calico Rock and the Calico Rock Community Foundation work in partnership to support and promote local businesses and industry. Calico Rock is open for business.
Our small school is a place where students do really big things. The Calico Rock Pirates qualify for national and state competitions and excel in and out of the classroom.
The Calico Rock Museum and Visitor Center serves as the gateway for visitors and supports local economic development. The city actively promotes tourism, business growth, and community investment.
City Leadership
The elected and appointed officials who serve the City of Calico Rock and its residents.
Meetings & Documents
To submit a Freedom of Information Act request for information from the City of Calico Rock, contact City Hall by calling 870-297-3772.