Sunset, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sunset, Arkansas had a total population of 153, the 479th largest town in Arkansas, with a median household income of $27,614, which is 55% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 55% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 4.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 16.1% is notably above the national average.
Sunset Quick Facts
How Sunset 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 | 160 | 153 | -4.4% |
| Median household income | $26,250 | $27,614 | +5.2% |
How Sunset 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+)
Sunset Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Crittenden County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Memphis | 23,929 | $42,674 | 29.1% | $120,100 |
| Marion | 13,623 | $78,330 | 8.6% | $212,400 |
| Earle | 1,520 | $32,197 | 36.1% | $87,900 |
| Turrell | 496 | $55,000 | 36.7% | $67,900 |
| Clarkedale | 468 | $130,625 | 2.4% | $306,500 |
| Crawfordsville | 424 | $83,500 | 3.5% | $153,600 |
| Horseshoe Lake | 414 | $65,179 | 10.2% | $101,600 |
| Edmondson | 308 | $30,000 | 37.3% | $137,500 |
| Gilmore | 293 | $39,583 | 12.3% | N/A |
| Jericho | 119 | $66,528 | 3.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Sunset
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staves | 155 | N/A | $154,500 | 8.1% | 0.0% |
| Antoine | 159 | N/A | N/A | 6.1% | 24.5% |
| Urbana | 147 | N/A | N/A | 18.9% | 23.8% |
| Reed | 156 | $31,125 | N/A | 11.9% | 14.7% |
| Ogden | 140 | N/A | $46,800 | 17.6% | 5.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 153, Sunset'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
Sunset is a small community located in Arkansas, within Crittenden County. The total population is 153. It ranks as the 479th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sunset is 39.5 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sunset is $27,614. This is 55% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 66% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.6%. This is 35% 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 16.1%. This is 225% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. 29.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 56% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sunset has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 92.8% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 3.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (3.9%) is well below the state average of 67.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (92.8% vs 14.6%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
4.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 84% 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 74.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sunset, 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 Sunset, Arkansas?
Sunset, Arkansas has a population of 153 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sunset, AR?
The median household income in Sunset is $27,614, which is 66% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sunset, AR?
The poverty rate in Sunset is 21.6%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sunset, Arkansas?
Sunset's population is 3.9% White, 92.8% Black, 2.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sunset, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Sunset — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Sunset, Arkansas?
4.2% of adults (25+) in Sunset hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.