Avilla, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Avilla, Arkansas had a total population of 1,833, the 157th largest community in Arkansas, with a median household income of $106,290, which is 75% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 75% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Arkansas.
Avilla Quick Facts
How Avilla 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 | 1,549 | 1,833 | +18.3% |
| Median household income | $118,171 | $106,290 | -10.1% |
| Median home value | $297,200 | $363,200 | +22.2% |
How Avilla 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+)
Avilla Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Saline County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benton | 36,595 | $72,876 | 8.1% | $212,700 |
| Bryant | 21,504 | $83,024 | 5.6% | $223,200 |
| Hot Springs Village | 16,327 | $75,370 | 7.3% | $272,000 |
| East End | 6,912 | $87,936 | 14.5% | $223,900 |
| Shannon Hills | 4,641 | $71,318 | 3.9% | $170,900 |
| Haskell | 4,100 | $85,758 | 7.6% | $160,600 |
| Salem | 2,642 | $73,750 | 2.4% | $202,100 |
| Sardis | 890 | N/A | 45.3% | $178,000 |
| Bauxite | 846 | $74,250 | 15.0% | $188,200 |
| Traskwood | 552 | $81,042 | 4.9% | $197,500 |
Cities Similar to Avilla
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfill | 2,191 | $92,596 | $274,300 | 22.9% | 4.2% |
| Redfield | 1,734 | $71,696 | $171,400 | 21.8% | 8.3% |
| Cedarville | 1,760 | $59,740 | $165,100 | 16.3% | 9.6% |
| Lake Hamilton | 2,127 | $73,696 | $405,900 | 34.4% | 12.5% |
| Murfreesboro | 1,819 | $53,264 | $119,300 | 19.7% | 20.7% |
Population Overview
Avilla is a small community located in Arkansas, within Saline County. The total population is 1,833. It ranks as the 157th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Avilla is 47.3 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Avilla is $106,290. This is 75% higher than the state median of $60,773. It is also 32% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Avilla. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Avilla, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $363,200. Housing costs are 93% higher than the state median of $188,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 82.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Avilla is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (14.7% vs 9.0%).
Education
30.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% higher 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 81.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Avilla, 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 Avilla, Arkansas?
Avilla, Arkansas has a population of 1,833 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Avilla, AR?
The median household income in Avilla is $106,290, which is 32% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Avilla, AR?
The ACS sample for Avilla recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Avilla, Arkansas?
Avilla's population is 81.8% White, 0.0% Black, 14.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Avilla, AR?
The median home value in Avilla is $363,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Avilla, Arkansas?
30.7% of adults (25+) in Avilla hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.