Delaplaine, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Delaplaine, Arkansas had a total population of 85, the 541st largest town in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 42.4%.
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 (42.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Delaplaine Quick Facts
How Delaplaine 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 | 82 | 85 | +3.7% |
| Median home value | $104,200 | $104,700 | +0.5% |
How Delaplaine 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+)
Delaplaine Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Greene County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paragould | 30,215 | $56,980 | 17.8% | $181,500 |
| Marmaduke | 1,240 | $51,250 | 23.7% | $112,200 |
| Oak Grove Heights | 1,164 | $82,292 | 7.4% | $184,900 |
| Lafe | 478 | $36,429 | 43.4% | $82,400 |
| Walcott | 315 | $170,856 | 0.0% | $75,300 |
Cities Similar to Delaplaine
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Springs | 85 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 30.6% |
| 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, Delaplaine'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
Delaplaine is a small community located in Arkansas, within Greene 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 Delaplaine is 46.7 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. 11.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 42.4%. This is 165% 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 Delaplaine, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $104,700. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $188,000. 89.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Delaplaine 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
28.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% higher 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 98.4%. Notably, 17.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Delaplaine, 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 Delaplaine, Arkansas?
Delaplaine, 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 Delaplaine, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Delaplaine — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Delaplaine, AR?
The poverty rate in Delaplaine is 42.4%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Delaplaine, Arkansas?
Delaplaine's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Delaplaine, AR?
The median home value in Delaplaine is $104,700.
How educated is Delaplaine, Arkansas?
28.6% of adults (25+) in Delaplaine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 17.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.