Newhope, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Newhope, Arkansas had a total population of 88, the 533rd largest community in Arkansas, with a median household income of $33,819, which is 44% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 44% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Newhope Quick Facts
How Newhope 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 | 296 | 88 | -70.3% |
How Newhope 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+)
Newhope Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Pike County
Cities Similar to Newhope
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithville | 88 | N/A | $92,500 | 11.6% | 44.7% |
| Warm Springs | 87 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Cale | 86 | N/A | N/A | 6.5% | 8.1% |
| Peach Orchard | 86 | N/A | $48,300 | 13.8% | 20.9% |
| Minturn | 91 | N/A | $310,700 | 30.9% | 17.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 88, Newhope'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
Newhope is a small community located in Arkansas, within Pike County. The total population is 88. It ranks as the 533rd most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Newhope is 48.2 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Newhope is $33,819. This is 44% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 58% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.2%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Newhope, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 41.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Newhope was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). 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 Newhope, 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 Newhope, Arkansas?
Newhope, Arkansas has a population of 88 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Newhope, AR?
The median household income in Newhope is $33,819, which is 58% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Newhope, AR?
The poverty rate in Newhope is 18.2%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Newhope, Arkansas?
Newhope's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Newhope, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Newhope — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Newhope, Arkansas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Newhope hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.