Hensley, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hensley, Arkansas had a total population of 26, the 598th largest community in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Hensley Quick Facts
How Hensley 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 | 27 | 26 | -3.7% |
How Hensley Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Hensley Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Pulaski County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 203,436 | $63,003 | 17.5% | $236,400 |
| North Little Rock | 64,538 | $52,707 | 20.3% | $178,900 |
| Sherwood | 33,070 | $81,328 | 9.0% | $199,500 |
| Jacksonville | 29,221 | $49,666 | 19.8% | $163,400 |
| Maumelle | 19,373 | $103,333 | 7.1% | $291,700 |
| Gibson | 4,167 | $66,496 | 10.7% | $157,800 |
| Landmark | 3,948 | $53,788 | 40.8% | $156,600 |
| Alexander | 3,587 | $57,250 | 27.5% | $174,000 |
| Wrightsville | 1,484 | $45,417 | 16.4% | $62,900 |
| Roland | 1,147 | $175,125 | 0.0% | $340,800 |
Cities Similar to Hensley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caddo Gap | 27 | N/A | N/A | 51.8% | 0.0% |
| Edgemont | 24 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 75.0% |
| Fair Oaks | 23 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Bowman | 30 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Fargo | 30 | N/A | $21,900 | 0.0% | 60.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 26, Hensley'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
Hensley is a small community located in Arkansas, within Pulaski County. The total population is 26. It ranks as the 598th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 525% 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. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 51% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Hensley was recorded as Black or African American. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hensley, 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 Hensley, Arkansas?
Hensley, Arkansas has a population of 26 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hensley, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Hensley — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hensley, AR?
The poverty rate in Hensley is 100.0%. This means approximately 26 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hensley, Arkansas?
Hensley's population is 0.0% White, 100.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hensley, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hensley — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hensley, Arkansas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Hensley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.