Brookland city, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Brookland city, Arkansas Demographics
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As of 2026, Brookland city, Arkansas has a total population of 4,230, the 79th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $59,677, which is 2% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.8%.

Brookland city Quick Facts

Population 4,230

Median Household Income $59,677

Median Home Value $163,500

Poverty Rate 11.8%

Unemployment Rate 6.5%

Median Age 27.3 years

Homeownership Rate 54.5%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.9%

High School Graduation Rate 88.0%

Diversity Index 20/100

Population 4,230 79th of 617

Median Income $59,677 top 30%

Poverty Rate 11.8% 5% lower national

Median Home Value $163,500 top 30%

How Brookland city Compares

Median Household Income

Brookland city

$59,677

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Brookland city

$163,500

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.3%

$25K-$50K 27.5%

$50K-$100K 26.9%

$100K+ 32.3%

Employment

6.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

78.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.5%

Renter 45.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

32.5%

18-34

31.2%

35-54

20.8%

55-74

11.9%

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+)

Brookland city Rankings in Arkansas

#79 Population of 617

#152 Median Income of 617

#251 Education of 617

#111 Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Brookland city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Gibson CDP	4,141	$62,194	$150,300	20.2%	8.2%
Southside city	4,254	$55,469	$127,400	15.8%	18.2%
Gentry city	4,069	$65,325	$162,400	15.6%	8.4%
Rockwell CDP	3,921	$61,452	$255,700	31.5%	16.0%
Lonoke city	4,260	$49,323	$123,700	14.2%	15.8%

Population Overview

Brookland city is a small community located in Arkansas. The total population is 4,230. It ranks as the 79th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Brookland city is 27.3 years. This is 29% lower than the state median of 38.4 years. With 32.5% of the population under 18, Brookland city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Brookland city is $59,677. This is 2% higher than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.8%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 6.5%. This is 27% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $163,500. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $175,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Brookland city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 54.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Brookland city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 14.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 8.8%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

14.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 88.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Brookland 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 Brookland city, Arkansas?

Brookland city, Arkansas has a population of 4,230 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Brookland city, AR?

The median household income in Brookland city is $59,677, which is 24% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Brookland city, AR?

The poverty rate in Brookland city is 11.8%. This means approximately 498 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Brookland city, Arkansas?

Brookland city's population is 89.1% White, 2.4% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Brookland city, AR?

The median home value in Brookland city is $163,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Brookland city, Arkansas?

14.9% of adults (25+) in Brookland city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.