Crystal Springs, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Crystal Springs, Arkansas had a total population of 85, the 541st largest community in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 30.6%.
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 (30.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 12.2% is notably above the national average.
Crystal Springs Quick Facts
How Crystal Springs 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 | 302 | 85 | -71.9% |
How Crystal Springs 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+)
Crystal Springs Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Garland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Springs | 37,920 | $47,760 | 20.5% | $165,500 |
| Piney | 4,458 | $50,901 | 28.5% | $134,400 |
| Rockwell | 3,986 | $63,500 | 11.6% | $289,800 |
| Lake Hamilton | 2,127 | $73,696 | 12.5% | $405,900 |
| Mountain Pine | 555 | $49,013 | 19.8% | N/A |
| Fountain Lake | 548 | $60,093 | 24.6% | $164,300 |
| Pearcy | 363 | $30,278 | 20.1% | $53,400 |
| Lonsdale | 211 | $68,590 | 0.9% | $161,900 |
Cities Similar to Crystal Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaplaine | 85 | N/A | $104,700 | 28.6% | 42.4% |
| Cale | 86 | N/A | N/A | 6.5% | 8.1% |
| 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% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 85, Crystal Springs'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
Crystal Springs is a small community located in Arkansas, within Garland County. The total population is 85. It ranks as the 541st most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Crystal Springs is 61.6 years. This is 60% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. Only 11.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 30.6%. This is 91% 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 12.2%. This is 148% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. 85.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Crystal Springs was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Crystal Springs, 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 Crystal Springs, Arkansas?
Crystal Springs, Arkansas has a population of 85 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Crystal Springs, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Crystal Springs — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Crystal Springs, AR?
The poverty rate in Crystal Springs is 30.6%. This means approximately 26 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Crystal Springs, Arkansas?
Crystal Springs's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Crystal Springs, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Crystal Springs — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Crystal Springs, Arkansas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Crystal Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.