Big Flat, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Big Flat, Arkansas had a total population of 71, the 554th largest town in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 56.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (56.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 4.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 23.8% is notably above the national average.
Big Flat Quick Facts
How Big Flat 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 | 62 | 71 | +14.5% |
How Big Flat 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+)
Big Flat Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Baxter County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Home | 13,108 | $41,274 | 18.9% | $169,800 |
| Gassville | 1,850 | $38,750 | 17.8% | $142,700 |
| Midway | 1,279 | $30,750 | 30.8% | $147,300 |
| Cotter | 1,063 | $35,792 | 13.0% | $193,100 |
| Lakeview | 851 | $66,786 | 17.6% | $215,700 |
| Norfork | 690 | $32,167 | 39.4% | $182,000 |
| Salesville | 515 | $38,750 | 21.8% | $116,300 |
| Henderson | 415 | $43,767 | 6.8% | $188,600 |
| Briarcliff | 257 | $61,875 | 23.0% | $192,500 |
| Gamaliel | 15 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Big Flat
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Williford | 71 | $22,750 | $26,300 | 0.0% | 36.6% |
| McNab | 73 | N/A | $31,800 | 4.2% | 11.0% |
| Ponca | 73 | N/A | N/A | 61.3% | 0.0% |
| Tucker | 73 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 35.6% |
| Board Camp | 69 | N/A | N/A | 27.5% | 21.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 71, Big Flat's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Big Flat is a small community located in Arkansas, within Baxter County. The total population is 71. It ranks as the 554th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Big Flat is 38.3 years. This is about the same as the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 56.3%. This is 252% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 23.8%. This is 382% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $110,900. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $188,000. 85.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Big Flat has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.8% of all residents.
Education
4.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 82% 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 79.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Big Flat, 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 Big Flat, Arkansas?
Big Flat, Arkansas has a population of 71 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Big Flat, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Big Flat — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Big Flat, AR?
The poverty rate in Big Flat is 56.3%. This means approximately 40 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Big Flat, Arkansas?
Big Flat's population is 95.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Big Flat, AR?
The median home value in Big Flat is $110,900.
How educated is Big Flat, Arkansas?
4.7% of adults (25+) in Big Flat hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.