Cale, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cale, Arkansas had a total population of 86, the 536th largest town in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 8.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Cale Quick Facts
How Cale 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 | 75 | 86 | +14.7% |
How Cale 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+)
Cale Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Nevada County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prescott | 3,032 | $48,307 | 20.9% | $82,400 |
| Rosston | 391 | $72,097 | 27.4% | $37,100 |
| Willisville | 246 | $52,328 | 4.5% | N/A |
| Bluff City | 222 | $59,688 | 17.6% | $93,800 |
| Bodcaw | 177 | $70,625 | 4.0% | $99,100 |
Cities Similar to Cale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennette | 86 | $62,500 | $137,500 | 18.4% | 8.1% |
| Lawson | 86 | $91,389 | N/A | 11.8% | 0.0% |
| Peach Orchard | 86 | N/A | $48,300 | 13.8% | 20.9% |
| Tupelo | 86 | $153,750 | $84,300 | 0.0% | 22.1% |
| Warm Springs | 87 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 86, Cale'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
Cale is a small community located in Arkansas, within Nevada County. The total population is 86. It ranks as the 536th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cale is 54.9 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. Only 9.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 22.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 8.1%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Cale, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 81.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Cale has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.7% of all residents.
Education
6.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 89.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cale, 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 Cale, Arkansas?
Cale, Arkansas has a population of 86 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cale, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cale — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cale, AR?
The poverty rate in Cale is 8.1%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cale, Arkansas?
Cale's population is 97.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cale, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Cale — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Cale, Arkansas?
6.5% of adults (25+) in Cale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.