Arkansas County, Arkansas Demographics 2026
Arkansas County, Arkansas has a population of 16,515, the 46th most populous county in Arkansas. The median household income is $53,164 and the median home value is $138,100. The poverty rate is 19.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Arkansas County Quick Facts
How Arkansas County 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 | 16,773 | 16,515 | -1.5% |
| Median household income | $60,831 | $53,164 | -12.6% |
| Median home value | $129,400 | $138,100 | +6.7% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Arkansas County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stuttgart | 7,903 | $49,399 | 23.1% | $152,600 |
| DeWitt | 2,933 | $47,798 | 25.9% | $75,700 |
| Gillett | 378 | $67,321 | 1.9% | $88,300 |
| St. Charles | 250 | $73,750 | 7.2% | $119,200 |
| Almyra | 146 | $75,875 | 16.4% | $83,100 |
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Population Overview
Arkansas County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 16,515. It is the 46th most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Arkansas County is 41.4 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Arkansas County is $53,164. This is 13% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.0%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 8.1%. This is 65% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $138,100. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Arkansas County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 64.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Arkansas County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 67.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 26.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (26.1% vs 14.6%). The Hispanic or Latino population (4.1%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
13.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 85.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Arkansas County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Arkansas and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Arkansas County, Arkansas?
Arkansas County has a population of 16,515, making it the 46th most populous county in Arkansas.
What is the median income in Arkansas County?
The median household income in Arkansas County is $53,164 with a poverty rate of 19.0%.
How many cities are in Arkansas County, Arkansas?
Arkansas County contains 5 Census-designated places.