Scranton is a city located in Logan 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 370 ft. With a population of approximately 222 residents, Scranton offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.1% males and 50.9% females, and it has a population density of 444.00 people per square mile (171.43/km²). Scranton lies at a latitude of 35.36 and a longitude of -93.54, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (10.8%), followed by English (5.4%), German (26.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72863.