Portia, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Portia, Arkansas had a total population of 453, the 314th largest town in Arkansas, with a median household income of $58,750, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.8% is notably above the national average.
Portia Quick Facts
How Portia 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 | 441 | 453 | +2.7% |
| Median household income | $38,250 | $58,750 | +53.6% |
| Median home value | $82,800 | $85,000 | +2.7% |
How Portia 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+)
Portia Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Lawrence County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Ridge | 5,434 | $45,027 | 25.6% | $117,900 |
| Hoxie | 2,618 | $35,268 | 19.0% | $87,600 |
| Black Rock | 853 | $52,019 | 30.5% | $68,700 |
| Imboden | 621 | $31,625 | 22.6% | $104,900 |
| Ravenden | 390 | $41,250 | 15.2% | $95,000 |
| Lynn | 299 | $48,889 | 4.3% | $94,500 |
| Strawberry | 285 | $43,189 | 18.3% | $150,000 |
| Powhatan | 173 | $63,409 | 26.6% | $115,600 |
| Sedgwick | 165 | $39,028 | 46.1% | $62,500 |
| Alicia | 138 | $23,750 | 54.1% | $55,000 |
Cities Similar to Portia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Paso | 470 | $60,234 | $134,800 | 32.2% | 0.0% |
| Emmet | 435 | $56,016 | $86,900 | 15.6% | 22.8% |
| Biggers | 428 | $57,292 | $57,300 | 11.2% | 30.6% |
| Madison | 476 | $55,893 | $120,400 | 22.0% | 24.2% |
| Caldwell | 441 | $68,375 | $123,500 | 6.4% | 7.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 453, Portia'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
Portia is a small community located in Arkansas, within Lawrence County. The total population is 453. It ranks as the 314th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Portia is 46.1 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. Only 14.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Portia is $58,750. This is 3% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.8%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 9.8%. This is 97% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $85,000. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Portia is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Portia has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.6%. The Black or African American population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 14.6%.
Education
6.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 74.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Portia, 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 Portia, Arkansas?
Portia, Arkansas has a population of 453 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Portia, AR?
The median household income in Portia is $58,750, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Portia, AR?
The poverty rate in Portia is 16.8%. This means approximately 76 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Portia, Arkansas?
Portia's population is 98.2% White, 1.6% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Portia, AR?
The median home value in Portia is $85,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Portia, Arkansas?
6.5% of adults (25+) in Portia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.