Crittenden County, Arkansas Demographics 2026
Crittenden County, Arkansas has a population of 47,266, the 14th most populous county in Arkansas. The median household income is $55,358 and the median home value is $160,200. The poverty rate is 21.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Crittenden County Quick Facts
How Crittenden 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 | 47,609 | 47,266 | -0.7% |
| Median household income | $54,271 | $55,358 | +2.0% |
| Median home value | $155,100 | $160,200 | +3.3% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Crittenden County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Memphis | 23,929 | $42,674 | 29.1% | $120,100 |
| Marion | 13,623 | $78,330 | 8.6% | $212,400 |
| Earle | 1,520 | $32,197 | 36.1% | $87,900 |
| Turrell | 496 | $55,000 | 36.7% | $67,900 |
| Clarkedale | 468 | $130,625 | 2.4% | $306,500 |
| Crawfordsville | 424 | $83,500 | 3.5% | $153,600 |
| Horseshoe Lake | 414 | $65,179 | 10.2% | $101,600 |
| Edmondson | 308 | $30,000 | 37.3% | $137,500 |
| Gilmore | 293 | $39,583 | 12.3% | N/A |
| Sunset | 153 | $27,614 | 21.6% | N/A |
| Jericho | 119 | $66,528 | 3.4% | N/A |
| Jennette | 86 | $62,500 | 8.1% | $137,500 |
| Anthonyville | 62 | N/A | 46.8% | $75,000 |
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Population Overview
Crittenden County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 47,266. It is the 14th most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas. The county encompasses 13 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Crittenden County is 36.2 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Crittenden County is $55,358. This is 9% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.0%. This is 31% 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 unemployment rate is 10.2%. This is 107% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $160,200. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Crittenden County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 57.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Crittenden County is Black or African American, making up 50.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 38.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (50.9% vs 14.6%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
17.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 figures for Crittenden 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 Crittenden County, Arkansas?
Crittenden County has a population of 47,266, making it the 14th most populous county in Arkansas.
What is the median income in Crittenden County?
The median household income in Crittenden County is $55,358 with a poverty rate of 21.0%.
How many cities are in Crittenden County, Arkansas?
Crittenden County contains 13 Census-designated places.