Heber Springs city, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Heber Springs city, Arkansas Demographics
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As of 2026, Heber Springs city, Arkansas has a total population of 7,101, the 54th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $49,917, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.2%.

Heber Springs city Quick Facts

Population 7,101

Median Household Income $49,917

Median Home Value $152,900

Poverty Rate 15.2%

Unemployment Rate 5.1%

Median Age 45.9 years

Homeownership Rate 65.7%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.1%

High School Graduation Rate 88.1%

Diversity Index 14/100

Population 7,101 54th of 617

Median Income $49,917 average

Poverty Rate 15.2% 22% higher national

Median Home Value $152,900 top 30%

How Heber Springs city Compares

Median Household Income

Heber Springs city

$49,917

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Heber Springs city

$152,900

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 24.7%

$25K-$50K 25.4%

$50K-$100K 33.2%

$100K+ 16.7%

Employment

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

48.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.7%

Renter 34.3%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.9%

18-34

19.6%

35-54

19.7%

55-74

26.5%

75+

15.3%

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+)

Heber Springs city Rankings in Arkansas

#54 Population of 617

#237 Median Income of 617

#245 Education of 617

#137 Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Heber Springs city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Prairie Grove city	7,445	$58,556	$226,800	20.4%	13.9%
Pocahontas city	7,475	$42,829	$107,500	14.2%	24.2%
Osceola city	6,807	$40,783	$108,700	8.9%	27.0%
Morrilton city	7,022	$38,056	$150,900	15.1%	26.0%
De Queen city	6,077	$50,979	$108,500	11.0%	17.8%

Population Overview

Heber Springs city is a small city located in Arkansas. The total population is 7,101. It ranks as the 54th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Heber Springs city is 45.9 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. 15.3% 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 Heber Springs city is $49,917. This is 15% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 36% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.2%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. The median home value is $152,900. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $175,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 65.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Heber Springs city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.6%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 14.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

15.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 88.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Heber Springs 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 Heber Springs city, Arkansas?

Heber Springs city, Arkansas has a population of 7,101 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Heber Springs city, AR?

The median household income in Heber Springs city is $49,917, which is 36% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Heber Springs city, AR?

The poverty rate in Heber Springs city is 15.2%. This means approximately 1,034 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Heber Springs city, Arkansas?

Heber Springs city's population is 92.5% White, 0.9% Black, 2.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Heber Springs city, AR?

The median home value in Heber Springs city is $152,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Heber Springs city, Arkansas?

15.1% of adults (25+) in Heber Springs city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.