Egypt, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Egypt, Arkansas had a total population of 57, the 567th largest town in Arkansas, with a median household income of $28,750, which is 53% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 35.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 53% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (35.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 6.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 11.8% is notably above the national average.
Egypt Quick Facts
How Egypt 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 | 64 | 57 | -10.9% |
| Median household income | $29,583 | $28,750 | -2.8% |
| Median home value | $83,900 | $75,000 | -10.6% |
How Egypt 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+)
Egypt Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Craighead County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro | 80,137 | $55,424 | 22.8% | $223,200 |
| Brookland | 4,377 | $57,308 | 12.5% | $169,200 |
| Bono | 2,657 | $56,098 | 17.1% | $162,100 |
| Lake City | 2,531 | $60,273 | 12.3% | $152,000 |
| Bay | 2,333 | $59,769 | 14.8% | $118,400 |
| Monette | 1,251 | $54,167 | 10.3% | $114,200 |
| Caraway | 1,087 | $38,558 | 19.5% | $85,900 |
| Cash | 278 | $49,500 | 37.7% | $90,300 |
| Black Oak | 179 | $54,643 | 22.6% | $68,400 |
| Bowman | 30 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Egypt
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jerusalem | 57 | N/A | N/A | 8.8% | 43.9% |
| Goodwin | 56 | N/A | $87,500 | 7.1% | 0.0% |
| Guion | 61 | N/A | N/A | 20.0% | 70.5% |
| Mount Judea | 61 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 32.8% |
| Anthonyville | 62 | N/A | $75,000 | 9.3% | 46.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 57, Egypt'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
Egypt is a small community located in Arkansas, within Craighead County. The total population is 57. It ranks as the 567th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Egypt is 46.9 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. 24.6% 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 Egypt is $28,750. This is 53% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 64% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 35.1%. This is 119% 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 11.8%. This is 138% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $75,000. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Egypt is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 60.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Egypt has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.5% of all residents.
Education
6.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 75.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Egypt, 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 Egypt, Arkansas?
Egypt, Arkansas has a population of 57 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Egypt, AR?
The median household income in Egypt is $28,750, which is 64% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Egypt, AR?
The poverty rate in Egypt is 35.1%. This means approximately 20 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Egypt, Arkansas?
Egypt's population is 96.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Egypt, AR?
The median home value in Egypt is $75,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Egypt, Arkansas?
6.7% of adults (25+) in Egypt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.