Nevada County, Arkansas Demographics 2026
Nevada County, Arkansas has a population of 8,159, the 66th most populous county in Arkansas. The median household income is $53,886 and the median home value is $83,300. The poverty rate is 20.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Nevada County Quick Facts
How Nevada County 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 | 8,228 | 8,159 | -0.8% |
| Median household income | $41,761 | $53,886 | +29.0% |
| Median home value | $85,700 | $83,300 | -2.8% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Nevada County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prescott | 3,032 | $48,307 | 20.9% | $82,400 |
| Rosston | 391 | $72,097 | 27.4% | $37,100 |
| Willisville | 246 | $52,328 | 4.5% | N/A |
| Bluff City | 222 | $59,688 | 17.6% | $93,800 |
| Bodcaw | 177 | $70,625 | 4.0% | $99,100 |
| Cale | 86 | N/A | 8.1% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Nevada County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 8,159. It is the 66th most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas. The county encompasses 6 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nevada County is 44.9 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Nevada County is $53,886. This is 11% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.3%. This is 27% 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 4.6%. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $83,300. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Nevada County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Nevada County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 31.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (31.2% vs 14.6%).
Education
13.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 89.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Nevada County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Arkansas and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Nevada County, Arkansas?
Nevada County has a population of 8,159, making it the 66th most populous county in Arkansas.
What is the median income in Nevada County?
The median household income in Nevada County is $53,886 with a poverty rate of 20.3%.
How many cities are in Nevada County, Arkansas?
Nevada County contains 6 Census-designated places.