Deer, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Deer, Arkansas had a total population of 113, the 515th largest community in Arkansas, with a median household income of $46,719, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.4% — among the lowest in Arkansas.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Deer Quick Facts
How Deer 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 | 147 | 113 | -23.1% |
| Median household income | $44,208 | $46,719 | +5.7% |
How Deer 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+)
Deer Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Newton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasper | 453 | $30,929 | 29.7% | $183,900 |
| Western Grove | 438 | $38,365 | 28.8% | $146,000 |
| Wayton | 187 | $58,125 | 3.2% | N/A |
| Ponca | 73 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Mount Judea | 61 | N/A | 32.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Deer
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maysville | 110 | N/A | $57,400 | 0.0% | 59.1% |
| McDougal | 116 | $50,625 | $81,400 | 0.0% | 13.8% |
| Valley Springs | 121 | N/A | $126,600 | 1.3% | 13.2% |
| Bassett | 118 | $49,688 | $55,900 | 3.9% | 12.7% |
| Jacksonport | 115 | $40,104 | $80,600 | 12.8% | 27.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 113, Deer'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
Deer is a small community located in Arkansas, within Newton County. The total population is 113. It ranks as the 515th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Deer is 78.1 years. This is 103% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. 53.1% 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 Deer is $46,719. This is 23% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.4%. This is 72% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Deer, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 68.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Deer is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.5% of the population.
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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 70.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Deer, 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 Deer, Arkansas?
Deer, Arkansas has a population of 113 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Deer, AR?
The median household income in Deer is $46,719, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Deer, AR?
The poverty rate in Deer is 4.4%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Deer, Arkansas?
Deer's population is 73.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Deer, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Deer — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Deer, Arkansas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Deer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.