Southside, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Southside, Arkansas had a total population of 4,246, the 79th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $65,655, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
Southside Quick Facts
How Southside 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 | 4,254 | 4,246 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $55,469 | $65,655 | +18.4% |
| Median home value | $127,400 | $151,300 | +18.8% |
How Southside 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+)
Southside Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Independence County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batesville | 11,445 | $51,856 | 26.3% | $163,600 |
| Cave City | 2,090 | $49,800 | 19.7% | $120,700 |
| Newark | 1,637 | $40,417 | 29.5% | $96,300 |
| Sulphur Rock | 1,014 | $96,429 | 10.3% | N/A |
| Desha | 679 | $68,403 | 17.1% | $117,600 |
| Salado | 507 | $39,355 | 1.4% | $221,800 |
| Cushman | 488 | $43,500 | 20.7% | $115,100 |
| Pleasant Plains | 376 | $59,531 | 11.4% | $118,800 |
| Oil Trough | 259 | $40,083 | 40.2% | $83,100 |
| Magness | 238 | $42,500 | 14.7% | $115,000 |
Cities Similar to Southside
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibson | 4,167 | $66,496 | $157,800 | 17.9% | 10.7% |
| Gentry | 4,240 | $69,779 | $186,100 | 22.1% | 9.1% |
| Rockwell | 3,986 | $63,500 | $289,800 | 29.9% | 11.6% |
| Brookland | 4,377 | $57,308 | $169,200 | 16.3% | 12.5% |
| Ashdown | 4,164 | $55,625 | $139,800 | 23.8% | 20.8% |
Population Overview
Southside is a small community located in Arkansas, within Independence County. The total population is 4,246. It ranks as the 79th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Southside is 37.5 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.5 years. With 30.0% of the population under 18, Southside has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Southside is $65,655. This is 8% higher than the state median of $60,773. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.5%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $151,300. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Southside is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Southside has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
19.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 82.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Southside, 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 Southside, Arkansas?
Southside, Arkansas has a population of 4,246 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Southside, AR?
The median household income in Southside is $65,655, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Southside, AR?
The poverty rate in Southside is 17.5%. This means approximately 727 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Southside, Arkansas?
Southside's population is 85.9% White, 0.0% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Southside, AR?
The median home value in Southside is $151,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Southside, Arkansas?
19.4% of adults (25+) in Southside hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.