Greenwood city, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Greenwood city, Arkansas Demographics
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As of 2026, Greenwood city, Arkansas has a total population of 9,570, the 40th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $65,745, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.

Greenwood city Quick Facts

Population 9,570

Median Household Income $65,745

Median Home Value $177,300

Poverty Rate 12.3%

Unemployment Rate 3.0%

Median Age 37.8 years

Homeownership Rate 71.6%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.3%

High School Graduation Rate 92.3%

Diversity Index 24/100

Population 9,570 40th of 617

Median Income $65,745 top 20%

Poverty Rate 12.3% 1% lower national

Median Home Value $177,300 top 20%

How Greenwood city Compares

Median Household Income

Greenwood city

$65,745

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Greenwood city

$177,300

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.6%

$25K-$50K 23.2%

$50K-$100K 33.7%

$100K+ 27.5%

Employment

3.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

62.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.6%

Renter 28.4%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.2%

18-34

19.3%

35-54

26.9%

55-74

20.4%

75+

7.2%

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+)

Greenwood city Rankings in Arkansas

#40 Population of 617

#108 Median Income of 617

#76 Education of 617

#89 Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Greenwood city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Beebe city	8,580	$56,424	$163,400	19.7%	12.4%
Camden city	10,427	$51,300	$108,800	18.0%	18.6%
Stuttgart city	8,060	$58,906	$150,600	16.4%	16.2%
Lowell city	10,438	$92,986	$260,100	29.2%	7.1%
Batesville city	11,385	$54,424	$159,200	20.7%	24.4%

Population Overview

Greenwood city is a small city located in Arkansas. The total population is 9,570. It ranks as the 40th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Greenwood city is 37.8 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Greenwood city is $65,745. This is 12% higher than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 41% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $177,300. Housing costs are 1% higher than the state median of $175,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Greenwood city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Greenwood city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.3%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 14.8%.

Education

28.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% higher 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 Greenwood 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 Greenwood city, Arkansas?

Greenwood city, Arkansas has a population of 9,570 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Greenwood city, AR?

The median household income in Greenwood city is $65,745, which is 16% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Greenwood city, AR?

The poverty rate in Greenwood city is 12.3%. This means approximately 1,159 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Greenwood city, Arkansas?

Greenwood city's population is 86.7% White, 0.4% Black, 8.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Greenwood city, AR?

The median home value in Greenwood city is $177,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Greenwood city, Arkansas?

28.3% of adults (25+) in Greenwood city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.