Junction City, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Junction City, Arkansas had a total population of 564, the 277th largest city in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 9.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Junction City Quick Facts
How Junction City 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 | 624 | 564 | No clear change (-9.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $77,288 | $111,300 | No clear change (+44.0%) |
| Median gross rent | $933 | $717 | No clear change (-23.1%) |
How Junction City 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: 51.6%
- Black: 44.3%
- Hispanic: 3.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 19.0%
- HS Diploma: 29.1%
- Some College: 36.5%
- Associate's: 6.5%
- Bachelor's: 8.0%
- Graduate+: 0.9%
Junction City Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Union County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado | 17,115 | $49,244 | 23.3% | $124,100 |
| Smackover | 2,419 | $55,995 | 26.7% | $118,600 |
| Norphlet | 1,003 | $51,705 | 13.6% | $120,800 |
| Strong | 434 | $36,063 | 35.9% | $66,600 |
| Huttig | 401 | $55,000 | 15.0% | $46,200 |
| Calion | 355 | $41,417 | 15.5% | $89,400 |
| Urbana | 147 | N/A | 23.8% | N/A |
| Lawson | 86 | $91,389 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Felsenthal | 40 | $33,750 | 32.5% | $83,000 |
| Mount Holly | 18 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Junction City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulphur Springs (Jefferson County) | 564 | $36,641 | $113,900 | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Mountainburg | 566 | $53,068 | $122,900 | 19.3% | 20.7% |
| Mountain Pine | 555 | $49,013 | N/A | 2.4% | 19.8% |
| De Valls Bluff | 553 | $27,361 | N/A | 23.8% | 21.7% |
| Traskwood | 552 | $81,042 | $197,500 | 10.6% | 4.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 564, Junction City'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
Junction City is a small community located in Arkansas, within Union County. The total population is 564. It ranks as the 277th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Junction City is 36.6 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 9.9%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $111,300. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $188,000. 83.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Junction City is White (non-Hispanic), making up 51.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 44.3%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (44.3% vs 14.6%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
8.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% 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 81.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Junction City, 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 Junction City, Arkansas?
Junction City, Arkansas has a population of 564 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Junction City, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Junction City — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Junction City, AR?
The poverty rate in Junction City is 9.9%. This means approximately 56 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Junction City, Arkansas?
Junction City's population is 51.6% White, 44.3% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Junction City, AR?
The median home value in Junction City is $111,300.
How educated is Junction City, Arkansas?
8.9% of adults (25+) in Junction City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.