Scranton, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Scranton, Arkansas had a total population of 220, the 427th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $83,125, which is 37% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 37% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Arkansas.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Scranton Quick Facts
How Scranton 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 | 245 | 220 | -10.2% |
| Median household income | $75,000 | $83,125 | +10.8% |
| Median home value | $115,000 | $112,500 | -2.2% |
How Scranton 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+)
Scranton Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Logan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booneville | 3,798 | $50,459 | 16.7% | $112,200 |
| Paris | 3,284 | $51,416 | 18.9% | $123,200 |
| Magazine | 986 | $54,286 | 19.7% | $85,000 |
| New Blaine | 533 | N/A | 10.3% | N/A |
| Subiaco | 405 | $57,868 | 24.6% | $169,000 |
| Caulksville | 195 | $39,375 | 18.0% | $158,300 |
| Blue Mountain | 139 | $22,750 | 83.5% | $74,300 |
| Ratcliff | 97 | $48,125 | 32.0% | $115,300 |
| Morrison Bluff | 91 | $51,750 | 0.0% | $175,000 |
Cities Similar to Scranton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerville | 211 | N/A | N/A | 68.3% | 68.3% |
| Rye | 223 | $72,875 | $128,300 | 20.1% | 2.2% |
| Vandervoort | 202 | $78,839 | $110,000 | 9.0% | 2.0% |
| O'Kean | 196 | N/A | $76,000 | 7.4% | 25.5% |
| Casa | 206 | $73,889 | $63,800 | 0.0% | 16.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 220, Scranton'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
Scranton is a small community located in Arkansas, within Logan County. The total population is 220. It ranks as the 427th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Scranton is 44.5 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Scranton is $83,125. This is 37% higher than the state median of $60,773. It is also 3% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $112,500. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Scranton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Scranton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents. Asian residents account for 5.0%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (5.0% vs 1.6%).
Education
13.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 89.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Scranton, 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 Scranton, Arkansas?
Scranton, Arkansas has a population of 220 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Scranton, AR?
The median household income in Scranton is $83,125, which is 3% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Scranton, AR?
The poverty rate in Scranton is 10.9%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Scranton, Arkansas?
Scranton's population is 92.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Scranton, AR?
The median home value in Scranton is $112,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Scranton, Arkansas?
13.8% of adults (25+) in Scranton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.