Shirley is a town located in Van Buren 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 2.4 square miles (6.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 550 ft. With a population of approximately 337 residents, Shirley offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.18% males and 52.82% females, and it has a population density of 141.00 people per square mile (54.44/km²). Shirley lies at a latitude of 35.66 and a longitude of -92.32, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (31.8%), followed by English (11.6%), German (5.9%), and Scotch-Irish (3.6%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72153.