Ulm, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ulm, Arkansas had a total population of 174, the 463rd largest town in Arkansas, with a median household income of $63,438, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.7% — among the lowest in Arkansas.
- Only 6.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Ulm Quick Facts
How Ulm 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 | 168 | 174 | +3.6% |
| Median household income | $63,333 | $63,438 | +0.2% |
How Ulm 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+)
Ulm Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Prairie County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazen | 1,874 | $49,225 | 14.7% | $134,400 |
| Des Arc | 1,591 | $30,921 | 20.0% | $90,700 |
| De Valls Bluff | 553 | $27,361 | 21.7% | N/A |
| Fredonia (Biscoe) | 135 | $60,313 | 1.5% | $82,500 |
Cities Similar to Ulm
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilburn | 173 | N/A | N/A | 0.8% | 8.1% |
| Powhatan | 173 | $63,409 | $115,600 | 12.8% | 26.6% |
| Garner | 175 | $66,389 | N/A | 9.3% | 6.3% |
| Uniontown | 168 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Carthage | 185 | N/A | $124,000 | 0.0% | 25.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 174, Ulm'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
Ulm is a small community located in Arkansas, within Prairie County. The total population is 174. It ranks as the 463rd most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ulm is 45.6 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. With 33.9% of the population under 18, Ulm has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ulm is $63,438. This is 4% higher than the state median of $60,773. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 1.7%. This is 89% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Ulm, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 89.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ulm has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.5% of all residents.
Education
6.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 97.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ulm, 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 Ulm, Arkansas?
Ulm, Arkansas has a population of 174 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ulm, AR?
The median household income in Ulm is $63,438, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ulm, AR?
The poverty rate in Ulm is 1.7%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ulm, Arkansas?
Ulm's population is 96.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ulm, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Ulm — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Ulm, Arkansas?
6.1% of adults (25+) in Ulm hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.