Pleasant Grove, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pleasant Grove, Arkansas had a total population of 186, the 450th largest community in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 21.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Pleasant Grove Quick Facts
How Pleasant Grove 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 | 255 | 186 | -27.1% |
| Median home value | $65,000 | $60,200 | -7.4% |
How Pleasant Grove 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+)
Pleasant Grove Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Stone County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View | 2,913 | $29,172 | 23.1% | $203,900 |
| Fox | 381 | $117,857 | 7.1% | $68,400 |
| Fifty-Six | 205 | $54,375 | 7.3% | $176,800 |
Cities Similar to Pleasant Grove
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayton | 187 | $58,125 | N/A | 3.9% | 3.2% |
| Carthage | 185 | N/A | $124,000 | 0.0% | 25.9% |
| Garland | 188 | $31,250 | $39,200 | 1.3% | 30.9% |
| Fulton | 189 | N/A | $129,200 | 16.6% | 7.9% |
| Higden | 182 | $59,479 | $219,300 | 35.3% | 8.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 186, Pleasant Grove'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
Pleasant Grove is a small community located in Arkansas, within Stone County. The total population is 186. It ranks as the 450th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pleasant Grove is 63.1 years. This is 64% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. Only 11.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 17.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.5%. This is 35% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Pleasant Grove, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $60,200. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $188,000. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pleasant Grove has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.0% of all residents.
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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 78.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pleasant Grove, 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 Pleasant Grove, Arkansas?
Pleasant Grove, Arkansas has a population of 186 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pleasant Grove, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Pleasant Grove — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pleasant Grove, AR?
The poverty rate in Pleasant Grove is 21.5%. This means approximately 40 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pleasant Grove, Arkansas?
Pleasant Grove's population is 93.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pleasant Grove, AR?
The median home value in Pleasant Grove is $60,200.
How educated is Pleasant Grove, Arkansas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Pleasant Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.