Summers is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in far western Washington County, Arkansas, United States. It was first listed as a CDP in the 2020 census with a population of 166. The community has a postal designation (ZIP code 72769). It is part of the Northwest Arkansas region.

Geography

Summers is in the Ozarks on the southern edge of the Springfield Plateau near the Boston Mountains. The community is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 62 with Arkansas Highway 59 about 2 mi east of the Oklahoma border. It is just east of Ballard Creek.

History

The community name comes from John T. Summers, one of the original postmasters for the community. The community was earlier named Coon Creek.

Education

The community is served by the Lincoln Consolidated School District. Lincoln High School is its sole high school.

Demographics

2020 census

Transportation

As of 2023, there is no fixed route transit service in Summers, although Ozark Regional Transit operates a demand-response service in the area. The nearest intercity bus service is provided by Jefferson Lines in Fayetteville.

Notable person