Altheimer, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Altheimer, Arkansas had a total population of 517, the 292nd largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $42,663, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
- Unemployment rate of 10.2% is notably above the national average.
Altheimer Quick Facts
How Altheimer Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 578 | 517 | -10.6% |
| Median household income | $41,364 | $42,663 | +3.1% |
| Median home value | $75,700 | $71,600 | -5.4% |
How Altheimer Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Altheimer Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Bluff | 39,743 | $42,718 | 24.0% | $89,400 |
| White Hall | 5,512 | $78,092 | 8.6% | $212,700 |
| Redfield | 1,734 | $71,696 | 8.3% | $171,400 |
| Sulphur Springs | 564 | $36,641 | 2.5% | $113,900 |
| Wabbaseka | 360 | $38,917 | 8.6% | $56,100 |
| Humphrey | 220 | $17,969 | 30.4% | $87,000 |
| Tucker | 73 | N/A | 35.6% | N/A |
| Sherrill | 41 | N/A | 4.9% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Altheimer
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Blaine | 533 | N/A | N/A | 30.5% | 10.3% |
| Sulphur Springs | 499 | $41,324 | $133,300 | 12.7% | 24.1% |
| Salesville | 515 | $38,750 | $116,300 | 14.3% | 21.8% |
| Salado | 507 | $39,355 | $221,800 | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| Cushman | 488 | $43,500 | $115,100 | 13.5% | 20.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 517, Altheimer's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Altheimer is a small community located in Arkansas, within Jefferson County. The total population is 517. It ranks as the 292nd most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Altheimer is 57.2 years. This is 49% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Altheimer is $42,663. This is 30% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 47% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.2%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 10.2%. This is 106% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $71,600. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Altheimer is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Altheimer has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 94.2% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 5.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (5.2%) is well below the state average of 67.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (94.2% vs 14.6%).
Education
23.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 25.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Altheimer, Arkansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Arkansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Altheimer, Arkansas?
Altheimer, Arkansas has a population of 517 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Altheimer, AR?
The median household income in Altheimer is $42,663, which is 47% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Altheimer, AR?
The poverty rate in Altheimer is 18.2%. This means approximately 94 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Altheimer, Arkansas?
Altheimer's population is 5.2% White, 94.2% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Altheimer, AR?
The median home value in Altheimer is $71,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Altheimer, Arkansas?
23.9% of adults (25+) in Altheimer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.