Bald Knob city, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bald Knob city, Arkansas Demographics
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As of 2026, Bald Knob city, Arkansas has a total population of 2,545, the 126th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $49,107, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.0%.

Bald Knob city Quick Facts

Population 2,545

Median Household Income $49,107

Median Home Value $136,500

Poverty Rate 18.0%

Unemployment Rate 7.6%

Median Age 38.3 years

Homeownership Rate 55.5%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 12.6%

High School Graduation Rate 77.9%

Diversity Index 21/100

Population 2,545 126th of 617

Median Income $49,107 average

Poverty Rate 18.0% 45% higher national

Median Home Value $136,500 above average

How Bald Knob city Compares

Median Household Income

Bald Knob city

$49,107

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bald Knob city

$136,500

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.7%

$25K-$50K 27.6%

$50K-$100K 26.6%

$100K+ 22.1%

Employment

7.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

54.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.5%

Renter 44.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.6%

18-34

19.8%

35-54

24.8%

55-74

19.2%

75+

7.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 50 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bald Knob city Rankings in Arkansas

#126 Population of 617

#249 Median Income of 617

#314 Education of 617

#162 Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Bald Knob city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
England city	2,568	$47,379	$92,600	20.1%	29.1%
Bono city	2,575	$46,897	$143,100	13.9%	17.0%
Harrisburg city	2,574	$52,077	$112,700	8.3%	29.7%
Holiday Island city	2,405	$52,700	$212,100	31.4%	3.6%
Clinton city	2,506	$41,447	$121,300	18.1%	23.3%

Population Overview

Bald Knob city is a small community located in Arkansas. The total population is 2,545. It ranks as the 126th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bald Knob city is 38.3 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.4 years. With 28.6% of the population under 18, Bald Knob city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bald Knob city is $49,107. This is 16% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 37% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.0%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 7.6%. This is 50% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $136,500. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $175,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Bald Knob city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 55.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% lower than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Bald Knob city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.8%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 14.8%.

Education

12.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 77.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bald Knob city, Arkansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Arkansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 617 Census-designated places in Arkansas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bald Knob city, Arkansas?

Bald Knob city, Arkansas has a population of 2,545 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bald Knob city, AR?

The median household income in Bald Knob city is $49,107, which is 37% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bald Knob city, AR?

The poverty rate in Bald Knob city is 18.0%. This means approximately 458 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bald Knob city, Arkansas?

Bald Knob city's population is 88.4% White, 0.5% Black, 5.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bald Knob city, AR?

The median home value in Bald Knob city is $136,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Bald Knob city, Arkansas?

12.6% of adults (25+) in Bald Knob city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.