Pocahontas is a city located in Randolph 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 7.4 square miles (19.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 305 ft. With a population of approximately 6,518 residents, Pocahontas offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.84% males and 54.16% females, and it has a population density of 886.80 people per square mile (342.40/km²). Pocahontas lies at a latitude of 36.26 and a longitude of -90.97, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (18.7%), followed by English (7.1%), German (15.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72455.