Sidney, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sidney, Arkansas had a total population of 175, the 461st largest town in Arkansas, with a median household income of $48,750, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.
Sidney Quick Facts
How Sidney 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 | 152 | 175 | +15.1% |
| Median household income | $49,375 | $48,750 | -1.3% |
| Median home value | $113,900 | $126,300 | +10.9% |
How Sidney 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+)
Sidney Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Sharp County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee Village | 5,046 | $37,326 | 17.0% | $94,600 |
| Horseshoe Bend | 2,555 | $46,080 | 26.2% | $128,500 |
| Highland | 1,354 | $49,063 | 21.3% | $104,400 |
| Ash Flat | 1,217 | $41,667 | 22.4% | $94,000 |
| Hardy | 890 | $26,932 | 27.0% | $58,600 |
| Ozark Acres | 670 | $31,940 | 38.5% | $73,700 |
| Evening Shade | 534 | $33,281 | 13.9% | $129,300 |
| Williford | 71 | $22,750 | 36.6% | $26,300 |
Cities Similar to Sidney
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilburn | 173 | N/A | N/A | 0.8% | 8.1% |
| Uniontown | 168 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Carthage | 185 | N/A | $124,000 | 0.0% | 25.9% |
| Pleasant Grove | 186 | N/A | $60,200 | 0.0% | 21.5% |
| Grady | 168 | $46,250 | $50,000 | 12.2% | 14.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 175, Sidney'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
Sidney is a small community located in Arkansas, within Sharp County. The total population is 175. It ranks as the 461st most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sidney is 34.6 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 38.5 years. With 29.7% of the population under 18, Sidney has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sidney is $48,750. This is 20% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 40% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $126,300. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Sidney is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sidney has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
10.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 86.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sidney, 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 Sidney, Arkansas?
Sidney, Arkansas has a population of 175 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sidney, AR?
The median household income in Sidney is $48,750, which is 40% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sidney, AR?
The poverty rate in Sidney is 10.3%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sidney, Arkansas?
Sidney's population is 96.0% White, 0.0% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sidney, AR?
The median home value in Sidney is $126,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Sidney, Arkansas?
10.3% of adults (25+) in Sidney hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.