Urbana, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Urbana, Arkansas had a total population of 147, the 481st largest community in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 23.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Urbana Quick Facts
How Urbana 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 | 100 | 147 | +47.0% |
How Urbana 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+)
Urbana Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Union County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado | 17,115 | $49,244 | 23.3% | $124,100 |
| Smackover | 2,419 | $55,995 | 26.7% | $118,600 |
| Norphlet | 1,003 | $51,705 | 13.6% | $120,800 |
| Junction City | 564 | N/A | 9.9% | $111,300 |
| Strong | 434 | $36,063 | 35.9% | $66,600 |
| Huttig | 401 | $55,000 | 15.0% | $46,200 |
| Calion | 355 | $41,417 | 15.5% | $89,400 |
| Lawson | 86 | $91,389 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Felsenthal | 40 | $33,750 | 32.5% | $83,000 |
| Mount Holly | 18 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Urbana
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gillham | 147 | $55,833 | $93,000 | 6.0% | 8.8% |
| Almyra | 146 | $75,875 | $83,100 | 18.5% | 16.4% |
| Hindsville | 146 | $93,299 | $94,000 | 2.9% | 6.9% |
| Oakland | 146 | $43,358 | N/A | 8.2% | 8.2% |
| Pollard | 143 | $44,167 | $81,700 | 7.9% | 9.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 147, Urbana'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
Urbana is a small community located in Arkansas, within Union County. The total population is 147. It ranks as the 481st most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Urbana is 32.5 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 38.5 years. With 35.4% of the population under 18, Urbana has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 23.8%. This is 49% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Urbana, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 66.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Urbana was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 90.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Urbana, 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 Urbana, Arkansas?
Urbana, Arkansas has a population of 147 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Urbana, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Urbana — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Urbana, AR?
The poverty rate in Urbana is 23.8%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Urbana, Arkansas?
Urbana's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Urbana, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Urbana — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Urbana, Arkansas?
18.9% of adults (25+) in Urbana hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.