Pottsville is a town located in Pope County, in the state of Arkansas (AR), United States. Nestled in the West South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 7.5 square miles (19.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 379 ft. With a population of approximately 1,271 residents, Pottsville offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.04% males and 49.96% females, and it has a population density of 169.24 people per square mile (65.34/km²). Pottsville lies at a latitude of 35.25 and a longitude of -93.05, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (27.8%), followed by English (4.9%), German (7.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72858.