Living in Lowell, Arkansas
Lowell sits right in the middle of Northwest Arkansas, between Rogers and Springdale on I-49. It’s home to J.B. Hunt’s headquarters and offers easy access to everything in the region, plus its own parks and Beaver Lake shoreline.
A fast-growing crossroads
The Census Bureau estimated Lowell’s population at 8,599 in 2015. The 2020 census counted 9,839, and the 2025 estimate is 12,184, about 3,600 more residents, or roughly 42%, in ten years.
| Year | Population | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 (census) | 7,327 | |
| 2015 (estimate) | 8,599 | |
| 2020 (census) | 9,839 | |
| 2025 (estimate) | 12,184 |
Lowell began as a stop on the Old Wire Road in the 1840s and grew after the railroad arrived in the 1880s. Its old nickname, “Mudtown,” lives on in the annual Mudtown Days festival.
Schools
Lowell is served by Rogers Public Schools. Typical assignments:
| School | Grades | GreatSchools |
|---|---|---|
| Elza R. Tucker Elementary | K–5 | 8/10 |
| Lowell Elementary | K–5 | 7/10 |
| Elmwood Middle School | 6–8 | 8/10 |
| Kirksey Middle School | 6–8 | 7/10 |
| Rogers High School | 9–12 | 6/10 |
Janie Darr Elementary also serves part of the area. Ratings as of October 2026 and subject to change, so always confirm attendance zones for a specific address. I’m happy to check any home for you.
Parks & the outdoors
In town
- Ward Nail Park: one of the most accessible parks in NWA, with walking and biking trails, pavilions and a stocked fishing pond
- A full-size BMX track next to Ward Nail Park
- The Razorback Greenway runs through town
Beaver Lake
- Hickory Creek Park on Beaver Lake, with campsites, picnic shelters and a multipurpose field
- Boating, fishing and swimming all summer
Family fun & youth activities
- Flip Side Ninja Park: obstacle courses for all ages
- Fast Lanes Entertainment: bowling, laser tag, bumper cars, VR and an arcade
- Mudtown Days: Lowell’s annual festival with concerts and carnival rides
- Rogers Parks & Recreation and Springdale’s Jones Center are minutes away
Entertainment & dining
- The Grove Comedy Club: dinner, drinks and a show, plus courts and cornhole
- Pinnacle Hills dining in Rogers and downtown Springdale’s Emma Avenue are each about 10 minutes away
Major employers & business
Lowell is the headquarters of J.B. Hunt Transport Services, one of the largest transportation companies in North America. The Walmart Home Office, Tyson Foods and the Pinnacle Hills business district are all within about 20 minutes.
Community & organizations
- City of Lowell and the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce
- Mudtown Days and other community events
- Churches, civic clubs and youth sports leagues shared with Rogers
A diverse community
Lowell is one of the more diverse small cities in the region. At the 2020 census, about 29% of residents were Hispanic or Latino, and the city also has a Pacific Islander community and a large multiracial population.
Thinking about Lowell?
Lowell puts you in the middle of everything. I’ll help you find the right neighborhood and check the school zones before you make an offer. I’m Chris DuBose, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Harris McHaney & Faucette in Rogers, licensed in Arkansas (SA00097363) and Missouri (2026019341).
