Fargo town, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Fargo town, Arkansas Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 48.8% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Fargo town, Arkansas has a total population of 43, the 590th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 48.8%.

Key Takeaways

More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (48.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Fargo town Quick Facts

Population 43

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value $22,500

Poverty Rate 48.8%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 66.5 years

Homeownership Rate 80.8%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 0.0%

High School Graduation Rate 74.4%

Diversity Index 13/100

Population 43 590th of 617

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 48.8% 293% higher national

Median Home Value $22,500 bottom 10%

How Fargo town Compares

Median Household Income

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Fargo town

$22,500

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 53.8%

$25K-$50K 26.9%

$50K-$100K 0.0%

$100K+ 19.2%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

30.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.8%

Renter 19.2%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

0.0%

18-34

9.3%

35-54

11.6%

55-74

79.1%

75+

0.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Fargo town Rankings in Arkansas

#590 Population of 617

N/A Median Income of 617

#559 Education of 617

#520 Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Fargo town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Jerusalem CDP	44	$11,550	N/A	9.1%	56.8%
Birdsong town	41	$12,083	$52,500	7.3%	53.7%
Oakhaven town	41	N/A	$107,500	17.9%	2.4%
Bowman CDP	46	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Felsenthal town	47	$31,250	$77,500	7.7%	23.4%

Population Overview

Fargo town is a small community located in Arkansas. The total population is 43. It ranks as the 590th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fargo town is 66.5 years. This is 73% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. Only 0.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 48.8%. This is 205% 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 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $22,500. Housing costs are 87% lower than the state median of $175,300. 80.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Fargo town has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 93.0% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 7.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (7.0%) is well below the state average of 68.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (93.0% vs 14.8%).

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. This is 100% 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 74.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fargo 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 Fargo town, Arkansas?

Fargo town, Arkansas has a population of 43 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Fargo town is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Fargo town, AR?

The poverty rate in Fargo town is 48.8%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fargo town, Arkansas?

Fargo town's population is 7.0% White, 93.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Fargo town is $22,500.

How educated is Fargo town, Arkansas?

0.0% of adults (25+) in Fargo town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.