Bauxite town, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bauxite town, Arkansas Demographics
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As of 2026, Bauxite town, Arkansas has a total population of 762, the 246th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $72,778, which is 24% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

Bauxite town Quick Facts

Population 762

Median Household Income $72,778

Median Home Value $196,300

Poverty Rate 10.3%

Unemployment Rate 1.9%

Median Age 32.6 years

Homeownership Rate 66.8%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.7%

High School Graduation Rate 94.7%

Diversity Index 14/100

Population 762 246th of 617

Median Income $72,778 top 20%

Poverty Rate 10.3% 17% lower national

Median Home Value $196,300 top 20%

How Bauxite town Compares

Median Household Income

Bauxite town

$72,778

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bauxite town

$196,300

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.1%

$25K-$50K 24.6%

$50K-$100K 28.9%

$100K+ 34.3%

Employment

1.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

59.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.8%

Renter 33.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

29.7%

18-34

22.6%

35-54

17.4%

55-74

26.8%

75+

3.5%

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+)

Bauxite town Rankings in Arkansas

#246 Population of 617

#72 Median Income of 617

#344 Education of 617

#69 Home Value of 617

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Other Cities in Saline County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Beaver town	91	$57,750	3.3%	$237,500

Cities Similar to Bauxite town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Luxora city	778	N/A	$38,000	3.5%	32.4%
Rockport city	777	$68,681	$145,600	18.5%	27.2%
Woodson CDP	724	N/A	$135,400	5.1%	31.4%
Magnet Cove CDP	818	N/A	$154,600	11.1%	46.9%
Floyd CDP	800	$80,795	$246,900	15.6%	1.8%

Population Overview

Bauxite town is a small community located in Arkansas, within Saline County. The total population is 762. It ranks as the 246th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bauxite town is 32.6 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 38.4 years. With 29.7% of the population under 18, Bauxite town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bauxite town is $72,778. This is 24% higher than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $196,300. Housing costs are 12% higher than the state median of $175,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Bauxite town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Bauxite town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.8%. The Black or African American population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 14.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

11.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 94.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bauxite town, 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 Bauxite town, Arkansas?

Bauxite town, Arkansas has a population of 762 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bauxite town, AR?

The median household income in Bauxite town is $72,778, which is 7% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bauxite town, AR?

The poverty rate in Bauxite town is 10.3%. This means approximately 73 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bauxite town, Arkansas?

Bauxite town's population is 92.8% White, 3.8% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bauxite town, AR?

The median home value in Bauxite town is $196,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Bauxite town, Arkansas?

11.7% of adults (25+) in Bauxite town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.