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Conveniently located in the heart of Central Arkansas, the City of Cabot offers the perfect balance of accessibility and small-town character. Just 25 miles from the State Capital in Little Rock and only 15 minutes from Little Rock Air Force Base, Cabot provides residents and businesses with the advantages of a major metropolitan area while maintaining the charm, safety, and close-knit feel of a suburban community. Offering employment opportunities, cultural amenities, healthcare, and higher education.
Cabot’s story began in 1873 as a modest water stop along the Cairo and Fulton Railroad. Over the next century, that simple stop grew into a flourishing community. Officially incorporated on November 9, 1891, Cabot has since become the largest city in Lonoke County and today stands as the 19th largest city in Arkansas. With a population of more than 27,000 and a regional trade area that serves over 150,000 people, Cabot is recognized as one of the fastest-growing areas in the state. This growth reflects not only its convenient location but also the city’s strong school system, pro-business climate, and ongoing investment in infrastructure and amenities.
Cabot is uniquely positioned to continue its upward trajectory by leveraging its skilled workforce, expanding residential growth, and thriving commercial development.
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Serving 2.2 million passengers annually with eight airlines, the Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport has 57 daily departures to 15 different cities. From there, you can reach major cities across the globe. The airport is home to manufacturer Dassault Falcon Jet, their largest operations in the world. In addition, two FBO's are located at the airport: TacAir and Lynx. The airport is designated as a U.S. Customs Point of Entry.
Currently, I-57 stretches north to south from Chicago, Illinois to Sikeston, Missouri. The state of Arkansas is developing the over 120-mile-long U.S. 67/167 to interstate standards. Upon completion it will be officially added to the federal interstate system as I-57.
I-40 (North Carolina to California), the third longest major east-west Interstate Highway.
The Metropolitan area is connected and served by I-40, I-30, I-430, I-440, I-530, I-630 and five U.S. and 22 state highways.
Located in the Little Rock Metropolitan area, the 448-mile McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System runs from the Mississippi River northwest to 15 miles east of Tulsa.
Adjacent to I-440, connecting to I-30 and I-40, the Port of Little Rock is on the 448-mile McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System, which runs from the Mississippi River northwest to 15 miles east of Tulsa.
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State of Arkansas 6.50% County 1.00% City 2.00% Total Sales Tax 9.5%
State of Arkansas .125% City 1.5% Total Sales Tax 1.625%
State of Arkansas .625% County 1.00% City 2.00% Total Sales Tax 3.625%
The Arkansas Franchise Tax is an annual tax imposed on Arkansas corporations for the grant of charter privileges and on non-Arkansas corporations for the privilege of doing business in Arkansas
1.0% - 6.5%:
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Cabot is governed by a Mayor and eight City Council members, two representing each ward. The Mayor serves a four-year term and is elected at the same time as the Governor. The Council serves two year terms. The Mayor oversees city departments. The City Attorney and City Clerk-Treasurer are also elected and serve four year terms. The District Court Judge is elected and serves a six year term.
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It is the continuing mission of the Cabot Parks and Recreation Commission to acquire new resources, develop innovative recreational facilities, maintain exemplary parks, and facilitate programs that effectively contribute to the quality of life of all citizens. The Parks and Rec Department oversees the Game Time at the Grounds, Cabot Aquatic Park, Veteran Park Community Center, Veteran Park Event Center, two (2) Cabot Sportplex facilities, Veteran's Monument and four (4) City Parks
Cabot is home to the Cabot Art Walk hosted by the Cabot Foundation for Arts & Culture. It is located in old downtown Cabot and is home to Arkansas’s newest arts and entertainment district. The Cabot Art Walk has 6 large photo-friendly murals and over 20 mini-murals that are painted annually by local artists, all of which are walkable.
The town is home to a historic cemetery that, according to local Civil War buffs, is one of a small number of all-Confederate cemeteries in the state. While camped near Old Austin in 1862, a large group of Texas and Arkansas Confederate soldiers were overcome by an epidemic of typhoid and black measles, causing the deaths of around 1,500 soldiers. In 1907, the remains were moved to Camp Nelson Confederate Cemetery which is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Cabot Parks and Recreation is proud to offer two aquatic facilities to the community. Two indoor pools are located at the Veterans Park Community Center located at 508 North Lincoln, Cabot, Arkansas 72023 and our newest aquatic location is the Cabot Aquatic Park located at 1245 Bill Foster Memorial Highway, Cabot, Arkansas 72023, which has three seasonal outdoor pools.
One of Cabot’s most significant developments is Arkansas’ first regional mega sports facility—Game Time at The Grounds. This state-of-the-art, 128,000+ square-foot facility is set to transform local and regional sports opportunities. The complex features a 57,900-square-foot sports area with six full-sized high school basketball courts, which convert into 12 volleyball courts or 18 pickleball courts. In addition, athletes will find a 23,000-square-foot indoor turf field designed for multi-sport use including soccer, football, baseball, softball, and flag football. The space features a full-size indoor soccer field, a 225-foot spectator walkway lined with seamless 8-foot Infinity Glass walls for optimal viewing, and four overhead batting cage tunnels Located within a 230+ acre park, the campus master plan includes a skate park, pump track, biking and walking trails, a fishing pond, creek recreation areas, playgrounds, a splash pad, and additional soccer fields.
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A thriving business community, an exceptional school district, a vibrant quality of life, and progressive city leadership continue to make Cabot one of the most desirable places to raise a family. The Cabot School District is a modern, up-to-date network that serve more than 10,000 K-12 students and another 325 pre-K students. The district is comprised of 19 campuses that include: 2 pre-k schools, 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 junior high schools, a freshman academy, alternative learning academy and a high school. Cabot is the 7th largest district in the state of Arkansas and encompasses much of northwest Lonoke County. This includes the cities of Cabot, Austin, and Ward.
The Cabot School District is nationally recognized as a Purple Star School District, and was the first to receive this designation in Arkansas. They have approximately 1,000 military children enrolled, demonstrating a strong commitment to serving these students and their families both emotionally and academically. Cabot High School competes in the 7A Classification, and is in the top 10 largest schools in the state with an enrollment of more than 2000 students. The Class of 2024 exemplified this tradition of excellence, with nearly 80% of graduates pursuing college, university, or vocational and technical programs. Collectively, the class was awarded millions in scholarships and included 29 Governor’s Distinguished Scholars and six National Merit semifinalists placing Cabot among a select group of schools statewide recognized for academic distinction.
For further information about Cabot Public Schools, or to take a tour, please visit online at www.cabotschools.org or call the Central Administrative Office at (501)-843-3363
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Director of Economic Development
City of Cabot
101 N Second Street
Cabot, AR 72032
apayseno@cabotar.gov
5017430492
