Rivervale, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rivervale, Arkansas had a total population of 32, the 593rd largest community in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 68.8%.
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 (68.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Rivervale Quick Facts
How Rivervale 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 | 68 | 32 | -52.9% |
How Rivervale Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Rivervale Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Poinsett County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trumann | 7,410 | $38,881 | 25.4% | $112,300 |
| Marked Tree | 2,249 | $45,656 | 27.3% | $96,200 |
| Harrisburg | 2,216 | $48,047 | 26.1% | $128,100 |
| Lepanto | 2,025 | $44,271 | 17.0% | $76,300 |
| Weiner | 680 | $52,917 | 12.3% | $100,300 |
| Tyronza | 627 | $45,804 | 17.5% | $91,800 |
| Fisher | 167 | $38,750 | 28.1% | $55,800 |
| Payneway | 133 | $37,969 | 23.6% | N/A |
| Waldenburg | 63 | $34,792 | 14.3% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Rivervale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Eye | 33 | $45,000 | $60,000 | 5.3% | 45.5% |
| Amagon | 31 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 22.6% |
| Oakhaven | 34 | $61,250 | $115,600 | 16.0% | 19.4% |
| Bowman | 30 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Fargo | 30 | N/A | $21,900 | 0.0% | 60.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 32, Rivervale'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
Rivervale is a small community located in Arkansas, within Poinsett County. The total population is 32. It ranks as the 593rd most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 68.8%. This is 330% 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. 31.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 53% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Rivervale 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
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 0.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rivervale, 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 Rivervale, Arkansas?
Rivervale, Arkansas has a population of 32 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rivervale, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Rivervale — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rivervale, AR?
The poverty rate in Rivervale is 68.8%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rivervale, Arkansas?
Rivervale's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rivervale, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Rivervale — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Rivervale, Arkansas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Rivervale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.