Montgomery County, Arkansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Montgomery County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 8,571. It is the 64th most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Montgomery County is 50.8 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. 11.4% 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 Montgomery County is $49,015. This is 17% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 38% lower. The poverty rate stands at 20.8%. This is 30% 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 7.0%. This is 37% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $136,000. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $175,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Montgomery County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Montgomery County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.8%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 14.8%.

Education

16.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% 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 87.6%.