Harrison city, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Harrison city, Arkansas Demographics
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As of 2026, Harrison city, Arkansas has a total population of 13,217, the 30th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $40,568, which is 31% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 31% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Harrison city Quick Facts

Population 13,217

Median Household Income $40,568

Median Home Value $165,000

Poverty Rate 16.6%

Unemployment Rate 5.5%

Median Age 41.4 years

Homeownership Rate 54.3%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 16.6%

High School Graduation Rate 90.3%

Diversity Index 17/100

Population 13,217 30th of 617

Median Income $40,568 below average

Poverty Rate 16.6% 33% higher national

Median Home Value $165,000 top 30%

How Harrison city Compares

Median Household Income

Harrison city

$40,568

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Harrison city

$165,000

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 26.9%

$25K-$50K 32.5%

$50K-$100K 24.7%

$100K+ 16.0%

Employment

5.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

52.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.3%

Renter 45.7%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.6%

18-34

22.4%

35-54

20.3%

55-74

25.4%

75+

12.3%

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+)

Harrison city Rankings in Arkansas

#30 Population of 617

#363 Median Income of 617

#212 Education of 617

#108 Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Harrison city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Mountain Home city	13,021	$42,103	$160,200	20.0%	17.7%
Blytheville city	13,026	$49,928	$101,200	15.8%	22.4%
Forrest City city	12,826	$33,522	$87,800	11.7%	36.1%
Malvern city	10,938	$40,602	$95,500	10.7%	21.1%
Magnolia city	10,973	$42,188	$166,500	20.7%	25.8%

Population Overview

Harrison city is a small city located in Arkansas. The total population is 13,217. It ranks as the 30th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Harrison city is 41.4 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. 12.3% 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 Harrison city is $40,568. This is 31% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 48% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.6%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $165,000. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $175,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 54.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Harrison city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.2%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 14.8%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

16.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 90.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Harrison 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 Harrison city, Arkansas?

Harrison city, Arkansas has a population of 13,217 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Harrison city is $40,568, which is 48% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Harrison city, AR?

The poverty rate in Harrison city is 16.6%. This means approximately 2,149 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Harrison city, Arkansas?

Harrison city's population is 90.7% White, 0.2% Black, 5.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

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

The median home value in Harrison city is $165,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Harrison city, Arkansas?

16.6% of adults (25+) in Harrison city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.