Rose Bud town, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Rose Bud town, Arkansas Demographics
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As of 2026, Rose Bud town, Arkansas has a total population of 494, the 304th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $51,797, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.4%.

Rose Bud town Quick Facts

Population 494

Median Household Income $51,797

Median Home Value $157,500

Poverty Rate 18.4%

Unemployment Rate 5.8%

Median Age 52.2 years

Homeownership Rate 79.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.6%

High School Graduation Rate 88.9%

Diversity Index 10/100

Population 494 304th of 617

Median Income $51,797 average

Poverty Rate 18.4% 48% higher national

Median Home Value $157,500 top 30%

How Rose Bud town Compares

Median Household Income

Rose Bud town

$51,797

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Rose Bud town

$157,500

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.1%

$25K-$50K 20.4%

$50K-$100K 38.2%

$100K+ 22.3%

Employment

5.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

58.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.5%

Renter 20.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.8%

18-34

18.6%

35-54

17.6%

55-74

40.7%

75+

6.3%

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+)

Rose Bud town Rankings in Arkansas

#304 Population of 617

#218 Median Income of 617

#89 Education of 617

#127 Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Rose Bud town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Salesville city	498	$49,063	$105,400	15.9%	26.3%
Bellefonte town	497	$46,563	$170,800	10.4%	33.1%
El Paso CDP	494	$58,529	$134,900	30.5%	0.0%
Enola town	530	$53,529	$165,400	17.3%	14.3%
Leola town	497	$43,750	$51,800	7.2%	24.9%

Population Overview

Rose Bud town is a small community located in Arkansas. The total population is 494. It ranks as the 304th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Rose Bud town is 52.2 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Rose Bud town is $51,797. This is 12% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 34% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.4%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $157,500. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $175,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 79.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Rose Bud town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

26.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% higher 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 88.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Rose Bud 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 Rose Bud town, Arkansas?

Rose Bud town, Arkansas has a population of 494 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Rose Bud town, AR?

The median household income in Rose Bud town is $51,797, which is 34% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Rose Bud town, AR?

The poverty rate in Rose Bud town is 18.4%. This means approximately 91 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Rose Bud town, Arkansas?

Rose Bud town's population is 94.7% White, 0.0% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Rose Bud town, AR?

The median home value in Rose Bud town is $157,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Rose Bud town, Arkansas?

26.6% of adults (25+) in Rose Bud town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.