Border communities along the Arkansas–Texas line blend small-town life with cross-border commerce and regional connections. Roads, rivers and rail corridors shape daily routines, and a quick look at a few towns reveals how closely tied the two states can be on a local level.
There are 3 Arkansas – Texas Bordering Towns, ranging from Mandeville,Texarkana to Texarkana. For each town the columns are State,Country,Population (2020), and you’ll find this information below.
How current are the population numbers shown?
The Population (2020) figures come from the 2020 U.S. Census (or the most recent official release listed), which gives a consistent baseline for comparing towns; for the latest estimates check local government sites or the U.S. Census Bureau’s annual updates.
Are these towns right on the state line and easy to visit?
Most listed communities sit at or very near the Arkansas–Texas boundary and are accessible by local roads—no special crossing formalities are needed within the U.S.—but check driving routes and bridge conditions ahead of a visit, especially in rural areas.
Arkansas – Texas Bordering Towns
| Town | State | Country | Population (2020) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texarkana | AR | Country | 29,387 |
| Texarkana | TX | Country | 36,193 |
| Mandeville | AR | Country | 112 |
Images and Descriptions
Texarkana
The Arkansas half of a unique twin city whose downtown is split by the state line. It’s famous for its bi-state federal courthouse and post office, where visitors can stand in two states at once, making it a primary landmark on the AR-TX border.
Texarkana
The larger Texas side of the bi-state city, sharing its name and key infrastructure with its Arkansas twin. The city is bisected by State Line Avenue, a unique thoroughfare that serves as the official border and a major point of local interest.
Mandeville
A small census-designated place in Miller County located directly on the Texas state line, just south of Texarkana. This rural community’s eastern boundary is the state border, offering a quiet, agricultural contrast to the bustling bi-state urban center to its north.
