Genoa, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Genoa, Arkansas had a total population of 1,113, the 202nd largest community in Arkansas, with a median household income of $49,183, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
Genoa Quick Facts
How Genoa 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 | 1,008 | 1,113 | +10.4% |
| Median household income | $55,500 | $49,183 | -11.4% |
| Median home value | $124,500 | $105,900 | -14.9% |
How Genoa 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+)
Genoa Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Miller County
Cities Similar to Genoa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hackett | 1,118 | $44,081 | $136,700 | 12.7% | 18.7% |
| Marvell | 1,160 | $51,875 | $58,200 | 18.1% | 27.6% |
| Plumerville | 1,128 | $42,552 | $122,000 | 19.9% | 21.6% |
| Swifton | 1,101 | $58,000 | $80,000 | 7.6% | 29.4% |
| London | 1,217 | $49,688 | $99,800 | 25.4% | 24.8% |
Population Overview
Genoa is a small community located in Arkansas, within Miller County. The total population is 1,113. It ranks as the 202nd most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Genoa is 47.8 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Genoa is $49,183. This is 19% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.4%. This is 21% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Genoa, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $105,900. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Genoa is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Genoa was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
13.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 83.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Genoa, 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 Genoa, Arkansas?
Genoa, Arkansas has a population of 1,113 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Genoa, AR?
The median household income in Genoa is $49,183, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Genoa, AR?
The poverty rate in Genoa is 19.4%. This means approximately 216 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Genoa, Arkansas?
Genoa's population is 99.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Genoa, AR?
The median home value in Genoa is $105,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Genoa, Arkansas?
13.5% of adults (25+) in Genoa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.