Eureka Springs city, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Eureka Springs city, Arkansas Demographics
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As of 2026, Eureka Springs city, Arkansas has a total population of 2,269, the 136th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $41,821, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.5%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.

Eureka Springs city Quick Facts

Population 2,269

Median Household Income $41,821

Median Home Value $246,900

Poverty Rate 10.5%

Unemployment Rate 1.6%

Median Age 50.9 years

Homeownership Rate 62.3%

Affordability Ratio 5.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.3%

High School Graduation Rate 93.2%

Diversity Index 27/100

Population 2,269 136th of 617

Median Income $41,821 below average

Poverty Rate 10.5% 15% lower national

Median Home Value $246,900 top 10%

How Eureka Springs city Compares

Median Household Income

Eureka Springs city

$41,821

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Eureka Springs city

$246,900

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 28.6%

$25K-$50K 27.0%

$50K-$100K 25.3%

$100K+ 19.1%

Employment

1.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

48.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.3%

Renter 37.7%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.8%

18-34

12.1%

35-54

27.4%

55-74

33.1%

75+

9.7%

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+)

Eureka Springs city Rankings in Arkansas

#136 Population of 617

#342 Median Income of 617

#100 Education of 617

#29 Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Eureka Springs city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lake Village city	2,280	$44,803	$120,200	21.4%	18.0%
Marked Tree city	2,235	$45,197	$85,700	15.6%	27.5%
Gassville city	2,216	$47,404	$126,600	11.7%	12.1%
Horseshoe Bend city	2,458	$40,868	$117,500	19.7%	25.4%
Clinton city	2,506	$41,447	$121,300	18.1%	23.3%

Population Overview

Eureka Springs city is a small community located in Arkansas. The total population is 2,269. It ranks as the 136th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Eureka Springs city is 50.9 years. This is 33% higher than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Eureka Springs city is $41,821. This is 29% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 47% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $246,900. Housing costs are 41% higher than the state median of $175,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x. 62.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Eureka Springs city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.9%.

Education

25.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about average 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 93.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Eureka Springs city, 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 Eureka Springs city, Arkansas?

Eureka Springs city, Arkansas has a population of 2,269 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Eureka Springs city, AR?

The median household income in Eureka Springs city is $41,821, which is 47% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Eureka Springs city, AR?

The poverty rate in Eureka Springs city is 10.5%. This means approximately 232 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Eureka Springs city, Arkansas?

Eureka Springs city's population is 84.3% White, 0.0% Black, 4.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Eureka Springs city, AR?

The median home value in Eureka Springs city is $246,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x.

How educated is Eureka Springs city, Arkansas?

25.3% of adults (25+) in Eureka Springs city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.