Carthage is a city located in Dallas 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 1.0 square miles (3.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 309 ft. With a population of approximately 442 residents, Carthage offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 52.49% males and 47.51% females, and it has a population density of 442.00 people per square mile (170.66/km²). Carthage lies at a latitude of 34.07 and a longitude of -92.56, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (6.1%), followed by English (0%), German (0%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 71725.