Forest is a city located in Carroll 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 2.3 square miles (6.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1340 ft. With a population of approximately 2,717 residents, Forest offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.21% males and 50.79% females, and it has a population density of 186.46 people per square mile (458.10/km²). Forest lies at a latitude of 36.33 and a longitude of -93.43, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (15.1%), followed by English (6.3%), German (6.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72638.