Taylor, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Taylor, Arkansas had a total population of 593, the 274th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $64,659, which is 6% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.1%.
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 1.7x.
Taylor Quick Facts
How Taylor 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 | 649 | 593 | -8.6% |
| Median household income | $56,250 | $64,659 | +14.9% |
| Median home value | $100,000 | $106,700 | +6.7% |
How Taylor 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+)
Taylor Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Columbia County
Cities Similar to Taylor
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tull | 596 | $61,125 | $160,400 | 15.4% | 15.9% |
| Kirby | 579 | $66,607 | $163,700 | 27.0% | 11.9% |
| Junction City | 564 | N/A | $111,300 | 8.9% | 9.9% |
| Central City | 627 | $69,583 | $134,700 | 12.4% | 11.1% |
| New Blaine | 533 | N/A | N/A | 30.5% | 10.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 593, Taylor'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
Taylor is a small community located in Arkansas, within Columbia County. The total population is 593. It ranks as the 274th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Taylor is 47.6 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. 11.3% 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 Taylor is $64,659. This is 6% higher than the state median of $60,773. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.1%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $106,700. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Taylor is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Taylor has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.6%. The Black or African American population (6.6%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
20.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 93.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Taylor, 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 Taylor, Arkansas?
Taylor, Arkansas has a population of 593 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Taylor, AR?
The median household income in Taylor is $64,659, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Taylor, AR?
The poverty rate in Taylor is 8.1%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Taylor, Arkansas?
Taylor's population is 86.7% White, 6.6% Black, 1.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Taylor, AR?
The median home value in Taylor is $106,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Taylor, Arkansas?
20.8% of adults (25+) in Taylor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.