Literary Legacy • Community Strength • Small-Town Arkansas
Stamps is one of Lafayette County’s most historically and culturally significant communities. Located in the southern portion of the county, the city is best known as the childhood home of acclaimed author Maya Angelou and continues to carry a strong sense of identity shaped by literature, education, and community pride.
Beyond its literary legacy, Stamps plays an important functional role within the county. The city serves as the location of the Lafayette County School District’s secondary campus and supports community life through schools, churches, public facilities, and locally led organizations.
Stamps balances its cultural significance with everyday practicality, serving both residents and the broader county population.
Stamps recorded a population of approximately 1,640 residents in the 2020 Census and encompasses roughly 2.98 square miles. The city sits at an elevation of about 269 feet above sea level.
The population is predominantly Black or African American, with White (non-Hispanic) and multiracial residents also represented. Housing density and household composition reflect Stamps’ role as a small-town center with strong residential continuity.
As one of the larger municipalities in Lafayette County, Stamps contributes meaningfully to the county’s population base and civic life.
Stamps is home to Lafayette County High School, serving grades 7–12 for the entire Lafayette County School District. The campus functions as both an educational institution and a central gathering point for countywide activities.
Academic programs, athletics, and extracurricular activities offered at the high school support student development while reinforcing school pride and community engagement across the county.
Lafayette County High School 237 Chestnut Street Stamps, AR 71860 Phone: (870) 533-4421 Website: lcscougars.org/o/lchs
Water and sewer services in Stamps are managed through municipal systems, with billing and service coordinated by the City of Stamps. Electric and telecommunications services are provided by regional utility providers serving Lafayette County.
Utility availability, capacity, and service territories can vary by address. Residents and businesses typically coordinate directly with providers to confirm service details.
City of Stamps Water & Sewer 201 Church Street Stamps, AR 71860 Phone: (870) 533-2440
Stamps is supported by local government offices, educational institutions, and public facilities that serve both city residents and the broader Lafayette County population.
Lafayette County Library – Stamps Branch 401 Church Street Stamps, AR 71860 Phone: (870) 533-2731
