Hartford, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hartford, Arkansas had a total population of 496, the 301st largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $45,341, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.9%.
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 1.8x.
Hartford Quick Facts
How Hartford 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 | 504 | 496 | -1.6% |
| Median household income | $43,542 | $45,341 | +4.1% |
| Median home value | $72,800 | $83,700 | +15.0% |
How Hartford 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+)
Hartford Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Sebastian County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Smith | 89,805 | $54,816 | 18.3% | $178,100 |
| Greenwood | 9,616 | $66,844 | 10.0% | $182,900 |
| Barling | 5,007 | $54,387 | 15.1% | $140,000 |
| Lavaca | 2,489 | $80,924 | 5.9% | $162,300 |
| Mansfield | 1,204 | $53,068 | 23.5% | $113,500 |
| Hackett | 1,118 | $44,081 | 18.7% | $136,700 |
| Bonanza | 711 | $63,631 | 13.2% | $133,300 |
| Central City | 627 | $69,583 | 11.1% | $134,700 |
| Huntington | 468 | $35,833 | 23.7% | $45,600 |
| Midland | 262 | $36,461 | 22.5% | $64,300 |
Cities Similar to Hartford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cushman | 488 | $43,500 | $115,100 | 13.5% | 20.7% |
| Sulphur Springs | 499 | $41,324 | $133,300 | 12.7% | 24.1% |
| Altheimer | 517 | $42,663 | $71,600 | 23.9% | 18.2% |
| New Blaine | 533 | N/A | N/A | 30.5% | 10.3% |
| Alpena | 510 | $50,625 | $127,400 | 12.2% | 18.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 496, Hartford's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Hartford is a small community located in Arkansas, within Sebastian County. The total population is 496. It ranks as the 301st most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hartford is 40.3 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hartford is $45,341. This is 25% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 44% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.9%. This is 56% 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 5.5%. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $83,700. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Hartford is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Hartford is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.5%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
15.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% 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 83.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hartford, 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 Hartford, Arkansas?
Hartford, Arkansas has a population of 496 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hartford, AR?
The median household income in Hartford is $45,341, which is 44% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hartford, AR?
The poverty rate in Hartford is 24.9%. This means approximately 122 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hartford, Arkansas?
Hartford's population is 77.0% White, 0.0% Black, 10.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hartford, AR?
The median home value in Hartford is $83,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Hartford, Arkansas?
15.8% of adults (25+) in Hartford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.