Piney, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Piney, Arkansas had a total population of 4,458, the 76th largest community in Arkansas, with a median household income of $50,901, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 28.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (28.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 9.2% is notably above the national average.
Piney Quick Facts
How Piney 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 | 4,485 | 4,458 | -0.6% |
| Median household income | $49,002 | $50,901 | +3.9% |
| Median home value | $131,300 | $134,400 | +2.4% |
How Piney 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+)
Piney Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Garland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Springs | 37,920 | $47,760 | 20.5% | $165,500 |
| Rockwell | 3,986 | $63,500 | 11.6% | $289,800 |
| Lake Hamilton | 2,127 | $73,696 | 12.5% | $405,900 |
| Mountain Pine | 555 | $49,013 | 19.8% | N/A |
| Fountain Lake | 548 | $60,093 | 24.6% | $164,300 |
| Pearcy | 363 | $30,278 | 20.1% | $53,400 |
| Lonsdale | 211 | $68,590 | 0.9% | $161,900 |
| Crystal Springs | 85 | N/A | 30.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Piney
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dardanelle | 4,511 | $51,040 | $138,600 | 14.5% | 11.1% |
| Brookland | 4,377 | $57,308 | $169,200 | 16.3% | 12.5% |
| Lonoke | 4,267 | $47,524 | $106,800 | 12.9% | 18.2% |
| Crossett | 4,639 | $44,672 | $114,600 | 25.5% | 22.0% |
| Ashdown | 4,164 | $55,625 | $139,800 | 23.8% | 20.8% |
Population Overview
Piney is a small community located in Arkansas, within Garland County. The total population is 4,458. It ranks as the 76th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Piney is 39.0 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Piney is $50,901. This is 16% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 28.5%. This is 78% 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 9.2%. This is 86% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $134,400. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Piney is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 53.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Piney is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.2%. The Black or African American population (6.3%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
19.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 85.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Piney, 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 Piney, Arkansas?
Piney, Arkansas has a population of 4,458 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Piney, AR?
The median household income in Piney is $50,901, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Piney, AR?
The poverty rate in Piney is 28.5%. This means approximately 1,221 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Piney, Arkansas?
Piney's population is 80.6% White, 6.3% Black, 8.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Piney, AR?
The median home value in Piney is $134,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Piney, Arkansas?
19.0% of adults (25+) in Piney hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.