Altus, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Altus, Arkansas had a total population of 827, the 234th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $47,500, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 23.8%.
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 2.3x.
Altus Quick Facts
How Altus 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 | 857 | 827 | -3.5% |
| Median household income | $37,656 | $47,500 | +26.1% |
| Median home value | $110,500 | $108,200 | -2.1% |
How Altus 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+)
Altus Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Franklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozark | 3,551 | $47,686 | 17.8% | $124,000 |
| Charleston | 2,646 | $56,600 | 9.9% | $156,300 |
| Branch | 317 | $37,500 | 20.5% | $45,000 |
| Denning | 245 | $35,938 | 24.5% | $75,000 |
| Alix | 20 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Wiederkehr Village | 18 | $99,375 | 0.0% | $325,000 |
Cities Similar to Altus
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford | 820 | $51,591 | $97,100 | 16.8% | 18.8% |
| Magnet Cove | 889 | N/A | $156,700 | 16.7% | 34.5% |
| Sardis | 890 | N/A | $178,000 | 15.5% | 45.3% |
| Black Rock | 853 | $52,019 | $68,700 | 7.6% | 30.5% |
| Fouke | 859 | $41,600 | $84,200 | 12.4% | 31.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 827, Altus'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
Altus is a small community located in Arkansas, within Franklin County. The total population is 827. It ranks as the 234th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Altus is 41.9 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Altus is $47,500. This is 22% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 41% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.8%. This is 49% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.7%. This is 56% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $108,200. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Altus is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Altus has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.8%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
12.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 85.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Altus, 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 Altus, Arkansas?
Altus, Arkansas has a population of 827 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Altus, AR?
The median household income in Altus is $47,500, which is 41% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Altus, AR?
The poverty rate in Altus is 23.8%. This means approximately 197 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Altus, Arkansas?
Altus's population is 90.6% White, 0.1% Black, 2.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Altus, AR?
The median home value in Altus is $108,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Altus, Arkansas?
12.1% of adults (25+) in Altus hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.