Texarkana, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Texarkana, Arkansas had a total population of 29,177, the 17th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $45,835, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 25.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (25.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Texarkana Quick Facts
How Texarkana 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 | 29,343 | 29,177 | -0.6% |
| Median household income | $47,930 | $45,835 | -4.4% |
| Median home value | $162,700 | $170,200 | +4.6% |
How Texarkana 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Texarkana Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Miller County
Cities Similar to Texarkana
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 29,221 | $49,666 | $163,400 | 22.1% | 19.8% |
| Russellville | 29,162 | $50,877 | $172,400 | 28.8% | 20.8% |
| Paragould | 30,215 | $56,980 | $181,500 | 16.1% | 17.8% |
| West Memphis | 23,929 | $42,674 | $120,100 | 13.9% | 29.1% |
| Hot Springs | 37,920 | $47,760 | $165,500 | 26.1% | 20.5% |
Population Overview
Texarkana is a mid-sized community located in Arkansas, within Miller County. The total population is 29,177. It ranks as the 17th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Texarkana is 37.6 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Texarkana is $45,835. This is 25% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 25.8%. This is 61% 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 7.5%. This is 52% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $170,200. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $188,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 54.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Texarkana is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 34.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (34.9% vs 14.6%). The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 87.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Texarkana, 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 Texarkana, Arkansas?
Texarkana, Arkansas has a population of 29,177 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Texarkana, AR?
The median household income in Texarkana is $45,835, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Texarkana, AR?
The poverty rate in Texarkana is 25.8%. This means approximately 7,209 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Texarkana, Arkansas?
Texarkana's population is 54.9% White, 34.9% Black, 4.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Texarkana, AR?
The median home value in Texarkana is $170,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.
How educated is Texarkana, Arkansas?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Texarkana hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.