Tillar, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tillar, Arkansas had a total population of 119, the 509th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $72,708, which is 20% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.5%.
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 1.1x.
Tillar Quick Facts
How Tillar 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 | 129 | 119 | -7.8% |
| Median household income | $36,250 | $72,708 | +100.6% |
How Tillar 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+)
Tillar Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Drew County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello | 8,257 | $27,238 | 30.1% | $137,500 |
| Lacey | 746 | $63,099 | 52.4% | $209,500 |
| Wilmar | 523 | $22,434 | 18.4% | $102,500 |
| Winchester | 122 | $43,333 | 4.9% | N/A |
| Collins | 60 | $42,500 | 0.0% | $70,000 |
| Jerome | 50 | N/A | 6.0% | $9,999 |
Cities Similar to Tillar
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Springs | 121 | N/A | $126,600 | 1.3% | 13.2% |
| Moorefield | 120 | $68,750 | $250,000 | 46.4% | 12.5% |
| Jericho | 119 | $66,528 | N/A | 15.1% | 3.4% |
| Maysville | 110 | N/A | $57,400 | 0.0% | 59.1% |
| Roe | 129 | N/A | N/A | 19.3% | 1.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 119, Tillar'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
Tillar is a small community located in Arkansas, within Drew County. The total population is 119. It ranks as the 509th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tillar is 64.6 years. This is 68% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. Only 11.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 13.5% 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 Tillar is $72,708. This is 20% higher than the state median of $60,773. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.5%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Tillar, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $80,800. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Tillar is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 93.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Tillar has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.2%. The Black or African American population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
10.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 79.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tillar, 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 Tillar, Arkansas?
Tillar, Arkansas has a population of 119 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tillar, AR?
The median household income in Tillar is $72,708, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tillar, AR?
The poverty rate in Tillar is 13.5%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tillar, Arkansas?
Tillar's population is 93.3% White, 4.2% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tillar, AR?
The median home value in Tillar is $80,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Tillar, Arkansas?
10.8% of adults (25+) in Tillar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.