Searcy County, Arkansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Searcy County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 7,861. It is the 68th most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Searcy County is 48.5 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. 10.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Searcy County is $41,978. This is 29% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 47% lower. The poverty rate stands at 24.5%. This is 53% 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 5.3%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $108,100. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $175,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Searcy County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Searcy County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.2%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 14.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 8.8%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

13.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower 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 80.0%.