Roe, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Roe, Arkansas had a total population of 129, the 502nd largest town in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 1.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.6% — among the lowest in Arkansas.
- Unemployment rate of 9.5% is notably above the national average.
Roe Quick Facts
How Roe 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 | 159 | 129 | -18.9% |
How Roe 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Roe Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Monroe County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brinkley | 2,596 | $38,996 | 25.7% | $94,000 |
| Clarendon | 1,820 | $33,818 | 23.9% | $65,900 |
| Holly Grove | 495 | $36,333 | 27.3% | $78,500 |
| Fargo | 30 | N/A | 60.0% | $21,900 |
| Monroe | 11 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Roe
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concord | 130 | $41,250 | $111,700 | 7.6% | 22.3% |
| Banks | 126 | $56,250 | $60,000 | 6.3% | 43.1% |
| Payneway | 133 | $37,969 | N/A | 12.2% | 23.6% |
| Fredonia (Biscoe) | 135 | $60,313 | $82,500 | 33.7% | 1.5% |
| Pyatt | 135 | $60,714 | $166,700 | 8.7% | 3.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 129, Roe'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
Roe is a small community located in Arkansas, within Monroe County. The total population is 129. It ranks as the 502nd most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Roe is 33.7 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 38.5 years. With 28.7% of the population under 18, Roe has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 1.6%. This is 90% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 9.5%. This is 93% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 51% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Roe is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 11.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
19.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 97.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Roe, 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 Roe, Arkansas?
Roe, Arkansas has a population of 129 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Roe, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Roe — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Roe, AR?
The poverty rate in Roe is 1.6%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Roe, Arkansas?
Roe's population is 63.6% White, 11.6% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Roe, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Roe — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Roe, Arkansas?
19.3% of adults (25+) in Roe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.