Lakeview, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lakeview, Arkansas had a total population of 851, the 232nd largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $66,786, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Lakeview Quick Facts
How Lakeview 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 | 949 | 851 | -10.3% |
| Median household income | $62,708 | $66,786 | +6.5% |
| Median home value | $199,700 | $215,700 | +8.0% |
How Lakeview 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+)
Lakeview Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Baxter County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Home | 13,108 | $41,274 | 18.9% | $169,800 |
| Gassville | 1,850 | $38,750 | 17.8% | $142,700 |
| Midway | 1,279 | $30,750 | 30.8% | $147,300 |
| Cotter | 1,063 | $35,792 | 13.0% | $193,100 |
| Norfork | 690 | $32,167 | 39.4% | $182,000 |
| Salesville | 515 | $38,750 | 21.8% | $116,300 |
| Henderson | 415 | $43,767 | 6.8% | $188,600 |
| Briarcliff | 257 | $61,875 | 23.0% | $192,500 |
| Big Flat | 71 | N/A | 56.3% | $110,900 |
| Gamaliel | 15 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Lakeview
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnet Cove | 889 | N/A | $156,700 | 16.7% | 34.5% |
| Sardis | 890 | N/A | $178,000 | 15.5% | 45.3% |
| Bauxite | 846 | $74,250 | $188,200 | 10.3% | 15.0% |
| Rockport | 800 | $68,750 | $140,300 | 19.2% | 35.3% |
| Avoca | 799 | $62,273 | $235,500 | 22.3% | 11.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 851, Lakeview'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
Lakeview is a small community located in Arkansas, within Baxter County. The total population is 851. It ranks as the 232nd most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lakeview is 60.2 years. This is 56% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. Only 10.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 16.8% 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 Lakeview is $66,786. This is 10% higher than the state median of $60,773. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $215,700. Housing costs are 15% higher than the state median of $188,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 82.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lakeview has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
19.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lakeview, 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 Lakeview, Arkansas?
Lakeview, Arkansas has a population of 851 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lakeview, AR?
The median household income in Lakeview is $66,786, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lakeview, AR?
The poverty rate in Lakeview is 17.6%. This means approximately 150 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lakeview, Arkansas?
Lakeview's population is 95.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lakeview, AR?
The median home value in Lakeview is $215,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Lakeview, Arkansas?
19.2% of adults (25+) in Lakeview hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.