Newton County, Arkansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Newton County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 7,175. It is the 70th most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Newton County is 48.9 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. 11.1% 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 Newton County is $47,395. This is 19% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 40% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $178,800. Housing costs are 2% higher than the state median of $175,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 72.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Newton County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 14.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 8.8%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

14.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 85.4%.