Sardis, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sardis, Arkansas had a total population of 890, the 224th largest community in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 45.3%.
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 (45.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 39.1% is notably above the national average.
Sardis Quick Facts
How Sardis 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 | 657 | 890 | +35.5% |
| Median home value | $165,200 | $178,000 | +7.7% |
How Sardis 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+)
Sardis Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Saline County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benton | 36,595 | $72,876 | 8.1% | $212,700 |
| Bryant | 21,504 | $83,024 | 5.6% | $223,200 |
| Hot Springs Village | 16,327 | $75,370 | 7.3% | $272,000 |
| East End | 6,912 | $87,936 | 14.5% | $223,900 |
| Shannon Hills | 4,641 | $71,318 | 3.9% | $170,900 |
| Haskell | 4,100 | $85,758 | 7.6% | $160,600 |
| Salem | 2,642 | $73,750 | 2.4% | $202,100 |
| Avilla | 1,833 | $106,290 | 0.0% | $363,200 |
| Bauxite | 846 | $74,250 | 15.0% | $188,200 |
| Traskwood | 552 | $81,042 | 4.9% | $197,500 |
Cities Similar to Sardis
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy | 890 | $26,932 | $58,600 | 11.3% | 27.0% |
| Magnet Cove | 889 | N/A | $156,700 | 16.7% | 34.5% |
| Coal Hill | 892 | $39,148 | $104,700 | 7.5% | 36.1% |
| Hughes | 886 | $43,250 | $69,800 | 18.1% | 41.6% |
| Floyd | 881 | $83,719 | $230,400 | 14.1% | 3.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 890, Sardis'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
Sardis is a small community located in Arkansas, within Saline County. The total population is 890. It ranks as the 224th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sardis is 44.7 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 45.3%. This is 183% 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 39.1%. This is 692% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $178,000. Housing costs are 5% lower than the state median of $188,000. 64.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sardis has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.6%. The Black or African American population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
15.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sardis, 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 Sardis, Arkansas?
Sardis, Arkansas has a population of 890 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sardis, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sardis — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sardis, AR?
The poverty rate in Sardis is 45.3%. This means approximately 403 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sardis, Arkansas?
Sardis's population is 86.2% White, 2.6% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sardis, AR?
The median home value in Sardis is $178,000.
How educated is Sardis, Arkansas?
15.5% of adults (25+) in Sardis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.