Swifton is a city located in Jackson 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 0.5 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 250 ft. With a population of approximately 871 residents, Swifton offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.42% males and 52.58% females, and it has a population density of 742.00 people per square mile (672.59/km²). Swifton lies at a latitude of 35.82 and a longitude of -91.13, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (38.2%), followed by English (4.4%), German (4.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72471.