Center Point, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Center Point, Arkansas had a total population of 96, the 523rd largest community in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 47.9%.
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 (47.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Center Point Quick Facts
How Center Point 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 | 70 | 96 | +37.1% |
How Center Point 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+)
Center Point Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Howard County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | 4,063 | $41,142 | 27.3% | $167,600 |
| Mineral Springs | 1,358 | $52,031 | 16.1% | $110,600 |
| Dierks | 728 | $22,188 | 52.9% | $100,200 |
| Tollette | 204 | $44,167 | 20.1% | $76,800 |
Cities Similar to Center Point
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alleene | 96 | N/A | $147,900 | 20.5% | 27.1% |
| Ratcliff | 97 | $48,125 | $115,300 | 14.5% | 32.0% |
| Washington | 93 | $38,421 | N/A | 32.6% | 8.6% |
| West Point | 93 | $26,667 | $72,200 | 18.6% | 61.3% |
| Winthrop | 93 | N/A | $55,000 | 5.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 96, Center Point'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
Center Point is a small community located in Arkansas, within Howard County. The total population is 96. It ranks as the 523rd most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Center Point is 51.8 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 47.9%. This is 200% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Center Point, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 85.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Center Point has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 7.3%. The Black or African American population (7.3%) is well below the state average of 14.6%.
Education
12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 90.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Center Point, 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 Center Point, Arkansas?
Center Point, Arkansas has a population of 96 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Center Point, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Center Point — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Center Point, AR?
The poverty rate in Center Point is 47.9%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Center Point, Arkansas?
Center Point's population is 92.7% White, 7.3% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Center Point, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Center Point — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Center Point, Arkansas?
12.5% of adults (25+) in Center Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.