Sweet Home CDP, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Sweet Home CDP, Arkansas Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 41.3% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Sweet Home CDP, Arkansas has a total population of 1,206, the 195th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 41.3%.

Key Takeaways

More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (41.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Unemployment rate of 12.7% is notably above the national average.

Sweet Home CDP Quick Facts

Population 1,206

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value $160,300

Poverty Rate 41.3%

Unemployment Rate 12.7%

Median Age 38.1 years

Homeownership Rate 68.4%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.4%

High School Graduation Rate 94.8%

Diversity Index 55/100

Population 1,206 195th of 617

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 41.3% 232% higher national

Median Home Value $160,300 top 30%

How Sweet Home CDP Compares

Median Household Income

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Sweet Home CDP

$160,300

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 58.4%

$25K-$50K 0.0%

$50K-$100K 30.1%

$100K+ 11.5%

Employment

12.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

52.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 68.4%

Renter 31.6%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.5%

18-34

31.0%

35-54

30.3%

55-74

16.6%

75+

3.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 50 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Sweet Home CDP Rankings in Arkansas

#195 Population of 617

N/A Median Income of 617

#266 Education of 617

#117 Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Sweet Home CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
West Crossett CDP	1,214	$58,500	$94,000	10.6%	20.4%
Hackett city	1,195	$50,365	$125,400	11.7%	19.6%
Roland CDP	1,222	N/A	$206,600	41.7%	0.0%
Hampton city	1,185	$48,182	$86,300	7.9%	12.4%
London city	1,179	$49,000	$96,700	24.3%	27.8%

Population Overview

Sweet Home CDP is a small community located in Arkansas. The total population is 1,206. It ranks as the 195th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sweet Home CDP is 38.1 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 41.3%. This is 158% 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 12.7%. This is 150% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $160,300. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $175,300. 68.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Sweet Home CDP is Black or African American, making up 59.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 28.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (28.8%) is well below the state average of 68.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (59.9% vs 14.8%).

Education

14.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 94.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sweet Home CDP, Arkansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Arkansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 617 Census-designated places in Arkansas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Sweet Home CDP, Arkansas?

Sweet Home CDP, Arkansas has a population of 1,206 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sweet Home CDP, AR?

The median household income in Sweet Home CDP is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Sweet Home CDP, AR?

The poverty rate in Sweet Home CDP is 41.3%. This means approximately 498 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sweet Home CDP, Arkansas?

Sweet Home CDP's population is 28.8% White, 59.9% Black, 8.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sweet Home CDP, AR?

The median home value in Sweet Home CDP is $160,300.

How educated is Sweet Home CDP, Arkansas?

14.4% of adults (25+) in Sweet Home CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.