Altus is a city located in Franklin 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 1.8 square miles (5.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 544 ft. With a population of approximately 817 residents, Altus offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.37% males and 52.63% females, and it has a population density of 446.45 people per square mile (172.37/km²). Altus lies at a latitude of 35.45 and a longitude of -93.77, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (21.8%), followed by English (6%), German (8.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72821.