Beebe, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Beebe, Arkansas had a total population of 8,707, the 44th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $59,476, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Beebe Quick Facts
How Beebe 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 | 8,580 | 8,707 | +1.5% |
| Median household income | $56,424 | $59,476 | +5.4% |
| Median home value | $163,400 | $158,200 | -3.2% |
How Beebe 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+)
Beebe Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in White County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Searcy | 23,340 | $52,170 | 18.8% | $188,500 |
| Bald Knob | 2,518 | $48,355 | 16.1% | $142,400 |
| Judsonia | 2,052 | $43,279 | 29.0% | $117,600 |
| Kensett | 1,937 | $31,207 | 28.0% | $90,400 |
| Higginson | 1,055 | $76,957 | 13.7% | $132,000 |
| Floyd | 881 | $83,719 | 3.4% | $230,400 |
| Rose Bud | 656 | $54,286 | 11.7% | $151,000 |
| McRae | 623 | $35,132 | 14.4% | $99,400 |
| Bradford | 522 | $33,977 | 30.5% | $89,600 |
| Pangburn | 515 | $31,791 | 24.6% | $112,500 |
Cities Similar to Beebe
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood | 9,616 | $66,844 | $182,900 | 28.5% | 10.0% |
| Stuttgart | 7,903 | $49,399 | $152,600 | 14.0% | 23.1% |
| Prairie Grove | 7,798 | $70,701 | $256,000 | 27.5% | 15.2% |
| Wynne | 8,120 | $43,250 | $141,100 | 21.8% | 24.7% |
| Hope | 8,671 | $37,500 | $91,900 | 14.2% | 23.4% |
Population Overview
Beebe is a small city located in Arkansas, within White County. The total population is 8,707. It ranks as the 44th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Beebe is 38.2 years. This is about the same as the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Beebe is $59,476. This is 2% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.1%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $158,200. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Beebe is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Beebe has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
18.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 90.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Beebe, 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 Beebe, Arkansas?
Beebe, Arkansas has a population of 8,707 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Beebe, AR?
The median household income in Beebe is $59,476, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Beebe, AR?
The poverty rate in Beebe is 15.1%. This means approximately 1,283 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Beebe, Arkansas?
Beebe's population is 93.3% White, 0.8% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Beebe, AR?
The median home value in Beebe is $158,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Beebe, Arkansas?
18.4% of adults (25+) in Beebe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.