Buckner, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Buckner, Arkansas had a total population of 284, the 399th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $95,729, which is 58% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 58% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Arkansas.
- Only 9.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Buckner Quick Facts
How Buckner 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 | 257 | 284 | +10.5% |
| Median household income | $94,861 | $95,729 | +0.9% |
How Buckner 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Buckner Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Lafayette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stamps | 1,404 | $37,297 | 25.8% | $67,100 |
| Lewisville | 903 | $24,688 | 37.2% | $92,100 |
| Bradley | 528 | $30,907 | 26.1% | $63,800 |
Cities Similar to Buckner
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyess | 289 | N/A | $70,000 | 3.9% | 29.1% |
| Batavia | 307 | N/A | $221,200 | 26.9% | 3.9% |
| College Station | 258 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Dennard | 315 | N/A | $220,000 | 0.0% | 18.7% |
| Drasco | 314 | $96,823 | $86,900 | 8.6% | 1.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 284, Buckner'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
Buckner is a small community located in Arkansas, within Lafayette County. The total population is 284. It ranks as the 399th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Buckner is 55.0 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Buckner is $95,729. This is 58% higher than the state median of $60,773. It is also 19% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Buckner, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 95.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Buckner is Black or African American, making up 63.0% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 26.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (26.4%) is well below the state average of 67.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (63.0% vs 14.6%).
Education
9.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 94.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Buckner, 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 Buckner, Arkansas?
Buckner, Arkansas has a population of 284 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Buckner, AR?
The median household income in Buckner is $95,729, which is 19% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Buckner, AR?
The poverty rate in Buckner is 17.6%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Buckner, Arkansas?
Buckner's population is 26.4% White, 63.0% Black, 7.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Buckner, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Buckner — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Buckner, Arkansas?
9.3% of adults (25+) in Buckner hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.