Harrison, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Harrison, Arkansas had a total population of 13,350, the 30th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $44,056, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.9%.
Harrison Quick Facts
How Harrison Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,063 | 13,350 | +2.2% |
| Median household income | $49,562 | $44,056 | No clear change (-11.1%) |
| Median home value¹ | $145,100 | $169,600 | +16.9% |
| Median gross rent | $763 | $753 | No clear change (-1.3%) |
How Harrison Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 90.4%
- Black: 0.3%
- Hispanic: 5.9%
- Asian: 0.1%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 8.7%
- HS Diploma: 38.4%
- Some College: 29.7%
- Associate's: 7.8%
- Bachelor's: 11.1%
- Graduate+: 4.4%
Harrison Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Boone County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond City | 672 | $45,966 | 20.5% | $98,000 |
| Bergman | 542 | $61,042 | 13.0% | $144,100 |
| Alpena | 510 | $50,625 | 18.6% | $127,400 |
| Bellefonte | 428 | $46,458 | 29.2% | $187,500 |
| Lead Hill | 320 | $55,000 | 18.4% | $114,300 |
| Batavia | 307 | N/A | 3.9% | $221,200 |
| Omaha | 174 | $30,833 | 14.4% | $75,600 |
| Valley Springs | 121 | N/A | 13.2% | $126,600 |
| Everton | 79 | N/A | 21.5% | $65,000 |
| South Lead Hill | 69 | $58,750 | 5.8% | $108,300 |
Cities Similar to Harrison
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Home | 13,108 | $41,274 | $169,800 | 23.1% | 18.9% |
| Blytheville | 12,790 | $47,865 | $119,000 | 16.8% | 24.2% |
| Forrest City | 12,646 | $35,689 | $92,000 | 13.8% | 37.7% |
| Malvern | 10,953 | $46,250 | $104,500 | 12.9% | 20.2% |
| Batesville | 11,445 | $51,856 | $163,600 | 21.8% | 26.3% |
Population Overview
Harrison is a small city located in Arkansas, within Boone County. The total population is 13,350. It ranks as the 30th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Harrison is 40.9 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. 12.4% 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 is $44,056. This is 28% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 45% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.9%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $169,600. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $188,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 54.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Harrison has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 91.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Harrison, 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 Harrison, Arkansas?
Harrison, Arkansas has a population of 13,350 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Harrison, AR?
The median household income in Harrison is $44,056, which is 45% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Harrison, AR?
The poverty rate in Harrison is 14.9%. This means approximately 1,925 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Harrison, Arkansas?
Harrison's population is 90.4% White, 0.3% Black, 5.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Harrison, AR?
The median home value in Harrison is $169,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Harrison, Arkansas?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Harrison hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.