Reed town, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Reed town, Arkansas Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 28.6% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Reed town, Arkansas has a total population of 140, the 489th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $25,833, which is 56% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 28.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 56% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (28.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 5.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Reed town Quick Facts

Population 140

Median Household Income $25,833

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 28.6%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 58.4 years

Homeownership Rate 77.5%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.4%

High School Graduation Rate 83.0%

Diversity Index 3/100

Population 140 489th of 617

Median Income $25,833 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 28.6% 130% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Reed town Compares

Median Household Income

Reed town

$25,833

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 47.5%

$25K-$50K 21.3%

$50K-$100K 23.8%

$100K+ 7.5%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

29.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.5%

Renter 22.5%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

7.9%

18-34

6.4%

35-54

25.7%

55-74

32.1%

75+

27.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 50 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Reed town Rankings in Arkansas

#489 Population of 617

#506 Median Income of 617

#502 Education of 617

N/A Home Value of 617

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Other Cities in Washington County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Goshen town	2,488	$177,604	2.0%	$616,800

Cities Similar to Reed town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Black Springs town	138	N/A	N/A	12.7%	10.9%
Uniontown CDP	136	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Blue Mountain town	150	N/A	$79,000	7.8%	78.0%
Ogden city	150	N/A	$47,100	18.6%	2.7%
West Point town	126	N/A	$74,500	13.5%	50.8%

Population Overview

Reed town is a small community located in Arkansas, within Washington County. The total population is 140. It ranks as the 489th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Reed town is 58.4 years. This is 52% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. Only 7.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 27.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Reed town is $25,833. This is 56% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 67% lower. The poverty rate stands at 28.6%. 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 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Reed town has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 98.6% of all residents. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (98.6% vs 14.8%).

Education

5.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% lower than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 83.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Reed town, Arkansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Arkansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 617 Census-designated places in Arkansas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Reed town, Arkansas?

Reed town, Arkansas has a population of 140 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Reed town, AR?

The median household income in Reed town is $25,833, which is 67% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Reed town, AR?

The poverty rate in Reed town is 28.6%. This means approximately 40 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Reed town, Arkansas?

Reed town's population is 0.0% White, 98.6% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Reed town, AR?

The median home value in Reed town is N/A.

How educated is Reed town, Arkansas?

5.4% of adults (25+) in Reed town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.