Donaldson town, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Donaldson town, Arkansas Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.3x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Donaldson town, Arkansas has a total population of 376, the 351st largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $42,188, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.

Key Takeaways

Only 6.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.5%.

Donaldson town Quick Facts

Population 376

Median Household Income $42,188

Median Home Value $56,600

Poverty Rate 13.6%

Unemployment Rate 0.5%

Median Age 35.0 years

Homeownership Rate 70.4%

Affordability Ratio 1.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 6.1%

High School Graduation Rate 92.3%

Diversity Index 26/100

Population 376 351st of 617

Median Income $42,188 below average

Poverty Rate 13.6% 9% higher national

Median Home Value $56,600 bottom 20%

How Donaldson town Compares

Median Household Income

Donaldson town

$42,188

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Donaldson town

$56,600

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.0%

$25K-$50K 34.8%

$50K-$100K 33.0%

$100K+ 12.2%

Employment

0.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

64.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.4%

Renter 29.6%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

13.6%

18-34

37.5%

35-54

19.4%

55-74

24.2%

75+

5.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 50 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Donaldson town Rankings in Arkansas

#351 Population of 617

#334 Median Income of 617

#488 Education of 617

#471 Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Donaldson town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Dennard CDP	381	N/A	N/A	0.0%	20.5%
Cherokee City CDP	356	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Vanndale CDP	356	N/A	N/A	4.4%	46.9%
Calion city	405	$42,039	$61,700	12.1%	18.8%
New Blaine CDP	358	$39,706	$217,700	42.9%	10.1%

Population Overview

Donaldson town is a small community located in Arkansas. The total population is 376. It ranks as the 351st most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Donaldson town is 35.0 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 38.4 years. Only 13.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Donaldson town is $42,188. This is 28% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 46% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 0.5%. This is 91% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $56,600. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $175,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Donaldson town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Donaldson town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.4%.

Education

6.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Donaldson town, Arkansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Arkansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 617 Census-designated places in Arkansas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Donaldson town, Arkansas?

Donaldson town, Arkansas has a population of 376 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Donaldson town, AR?

The median household income in Donaldson town is $42,188, which is 46% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Donaldson town, AR?

The poverty rate in Donaldson town is 13.6%. This means approximately 51 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Donaldson town, Arkansas?

Donaldson town's population is 85.4% White, 0.0% Black, 7.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Donaldson town, AR?

The median home value in Donaldson town is $56,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.

How educated is Donaldson town, Arkansas?

6.1% of adults (25+) in Donaldson town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.