Calhoun County, Arkansas Demographics 2026
Calhoun County, Arkansas has a population of 4,704, the 75th most populous county in Arkansas. The median household income is $66,809 and the median home value is $110,700. The poverty rate is 10.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Calhoun County Quick Facts
How Calhoun County 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 | 4,717 | 4,704 | -0.3% |
| Median household income | $63,654 | $66,809 | +5.0% |
| Median home value | $97,300 | $110,700 | +13.8% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Calhoun County
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Population Overview
Calhoun County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 4,704. It is the 75th most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Calhoun County is 44.1 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. 11.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Calhoun County is $66,809. This is 10% higher than the state median of $60,773. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.2%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $110,700. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Calhoun County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Calhoun County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 17.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
19.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 87.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Calhoun County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Arkansas and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Calhoun County, Arkansas?
Calhoun County has a population of 4,704, making it the 75th most populous county in Arkansas.
What is the median income in Calhoun County?
The median household income in Calhoun County is $66,809 with a poverty rate of 10.2%.
How many cities are in Calhoun County, Arkansas?
Calhoun County contains 4 Census-designated places.