Clinton, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Clinton, Arkansas had a total population of 2,509, the 127th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $42,946, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Clinton Quick Facts
How Clinton 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 | 2,506 | 2,509 | +0.1% |
| Median household income | $41,447 | $42,946 | +3.6% |
| Median home value | $121,300 | $126,800 | +4.5% |
How Clinton 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+)
Clinton Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Van Buren County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dennard | 315 | N/A | 18.7% | $220,000 |
| Shirley | 269 | $37,344 | 27.5% | $103,100 |
| Bee Branch | 196 | $76,205 | 0.0% | $136,400 |
Cities Similar to Clinton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horseshoe Bend | 2,555 | $46,080 | $128,500 | 18.2% | 26.2% |
| Bald Knob | 2,518 | $48,355 | $142,400 | 14.1% | 16.1% |
| Brinkley | 2,596 | $38,996 | $94,000 | 14.0% | 25.7% |
| Eureka Springs | 2,433 | $38,425 | $245,300 | 24.1% | 12.2% |
| Holiday Island | 2,480 | $53,391 | $227,100 | 24.7% | 3.1% |
Population Overview
Clinton is a small community located in Arkansas, within Van Buren County. The total population is 2,509. It ranks as the 127th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Clinton is 42.0 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Clinton is $42,946. This is 29% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 47% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.0%. This is 25% 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 Clinton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $126,800. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $188,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 61.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Clinton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.8%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
20.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 85.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Clinton, 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 Clinton, Arkansas?
Clinton, Arkansas has a population of 2,509 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Clinton, AR?
The median household income in Clinton is $42,946, which is 47% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Clinton, AR?
The poverty rate in Clinton is 20.0%. This means approximately 481 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Clinton, Arkansas?
Clinton's population is 90.1% White, 0.6% Black, 7.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Clinton, AR?
The median home value in Clinton is $126,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Clinton, Arkansas?
20.2% of adults (25+) in Clinton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.