Ravenden Springs, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ravenden Springs, Arkansas had a total population of 164, the 474th largest town in Arkansas, with a median household income of $45,962, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.2%.
Ravenden Springs Quick Facts
How Ravenden Springs 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 | 178 | 164 | -7.9% |
| Median household income | $44,773 | $45,962 | +2.7% |
How Ravenden Springs 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+)
Ravenden Springs Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Randolph County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocahontas | 7,538 | $44,216 | 23.8% | $120,000 |
| Biggers | 428 | $57,292 | 30.6% | $57,300 |
| Reyno | 310 | $56,492 | 11.0% | $85,800 |
| Maynard | 303 | $32,273 | 19.9% | $90,000 |
| O'Kean | 196 | N/A | 25.5% | $76,000 |
| Warm Springs | 87 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Ravenden Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uniontown | 168 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Grady | 168 | $46,250 | $50,000 | 12.2% | 14.9% |
| Antoine | 159 | N/A | N/A | 6.1% | 24.5% |
| Wilburn | 173 | N/A | N/A | 0.8% | 8.1% |
| Staves | 155 | N/A | $154,500 | 8.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 164, Ravenden Springs'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
Ravenden Springs is a small community located in Arkansas, within Randolph County. The total population is 164. It ranks as the 474th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ravenden Springs is 38.7 years. This is about the same as the state median of 38.5 years. Only 12.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ravenden Springs is $45,962. This is 24% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 58% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. 67.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Ravenden Springs was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
9.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 83.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ravenden Springs, 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 Ravenden Springs, Arkansas?
Ravenden Springs, Arkansas has a population of 164 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ravenden Springs, AR?
The median household income in Ravenden Springs is $45,962, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ravenden Springs, AR?
The poverty rate in Ravenden Springs is 6.7%. This means approximately 11 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ravenden Springs, Arkansas?
Ravenden Springs's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ravenden Springs, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Ravenden Springs — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Ravenden Springs, Arkansas?
9.5% of adults (25+) in Ravenden Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.