Pangburn, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pangburn, Arkansas had a total population of 515, the 294th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $31,791, which is 48% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 48% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 6.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Pangburn Quick Facts
How Pangburn 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 | 515 | 515 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $31,842 | $31,791 | -0.2% |
| Median home value | $108,300 | $112,500 | +3.9% |
How Pangburn 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+)
Pangburn Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in White County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Searcy | 23,340 | $52,170 | 18.8% | $188,500 |
| Beebe | 8,707 | $59,476 | 15.1% | $158,200 |
| Bald Knob | 2,518 | $48,355 | 16.1% | $142,400 |
| Judsonia | 2,052 | $43,279 | 29.0% | $117,600 |
| Kensett | 1,937 | $31,207 | 28.0% | $90,400 |
| Higginson | 1,055 | $76,957 | 13.7% | $132,000 |
| Floyd | 881 | $83,719 | 3.4% | $230,400 |
| Rose Bud | 656 | $54,286 | 11.7% | $151,000 |
| McRae | 623 | $35,132 | 14.4% | $99,400 |
| Bradford | 522 | $33,977 | 30.5% | $89,600 |
Cities Similar to Pangburn
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Blaine | 533 | N/A | N/A | 30.5% | 10.3% |
| Bradley | 528 | $30,907 | $63,800 | 2.9% | 26.1% |
| Bradford | 522 | $33,977 | $89,600 | 13.2% | 30.5% |
| Cherry Valley | 543 | $31,563 | $77,500 | 8.0% | 20.4% |
| Evening Shade | 534 | $33,281 | $129,300 | 8.4% | 13.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 515, Pangburn'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
Pangburn is a small community located in Arkansas, within White County. The total population is 515. It ranks as the 294th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pangburn is 40.2 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pangburn is $31,791. This is 48% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 61% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.6%. This is 54% 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 5.0%. The median home value is $112,500. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $188,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 51.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pangburn has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.4% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.2%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
6.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 90.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pangburn, 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 Pangburn, Arkansas?
Pangburn, Arkansas has a population of 515 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pangburn, AR?
The median household income in Pangburn is $31,791, which is 61% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pangburn, AR?
The poverty rate in Pangburn is 24.6%. This means approximately 125 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pangburn, Arkansas?
Pangburn's population is 92.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pangburn, AR?
The median home value in Pangburn is $112,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Pangburn, Arkansas?
6.7% of adults (25+) in Pangburn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.