Viola town, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Viola town, Arkansas Demographics
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As of 2026, Viola town, Arkansas has a total population of 337, the 364th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $32,500, which is 45% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 45% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 9.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.

Viola town Quick Facts

Population 337

Median Household Income $32,500

Median Home Value $106,300

Poverty Rate 18.1%

Unemployment Rate 1.0%

Median Age 31.3 years

Homeownership Rate 69.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.2%

High School Graduation Rate 79.6%

Diversity Index 30/100

Population 337 364th of 617

Median Income $32,500 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 18.1% 45% higher national

Median Home Value $106,300 average

How Viola town Compares

Median Household Income

Viola town

$32,500

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Viola town

$106,300

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 33.3%

$25K-$50K 34.9%

$50K-$100K 26.2%

$100K+ 5.6%

Employment

1.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

44.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 69.8%

Renter 30.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

33.2%

18-34

20.2%

35-54

11.9%

55-74

23.7%

75+

11.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 50 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Viola town Rankings in Arkansas

#364 Population of 617

#463 Median Income of 617

#398 Education of 617

#276 Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Viola town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
College Station CDP	326	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Branch city	335	$35,060	$52,500	14.7%	31.9%
Cherokee City CDP	356	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Vanndale CDP	356	N/A	N/A	4.4%	46.9%
Maynard town	358	$32,750	$93,100	10.6%	15.6%

Population Overview

Viola town is a small community located in Arkansas. The total population is 337. It ranks as the 364th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Viola town is 31.3 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 38.4 years. With 33.2% of the population under 18, Viola town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 11.0% 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 Viola town is $32,500. This is 45% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 59% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.1%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 1.0%. This is 81% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $106,300. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $175,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 69.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Viola town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

9.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 79.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Viola town, Arkansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Arkansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 617 Census-designated places in Arkansas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Viola town, Arkansas?

Viola town, Arkansas has a population of 337 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Viola town, AR?

The median household income in Viola town is $32,500, which is 59% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Viola town, AR?

The poverty rate in Viola town is 18.1%. This means approximately 61 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Viola town, Arkansas?

Viola town's population is 77.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Viola town, AR?

The median home value in Viola town is $106,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Viola town, Arkansas?

9.2% of adults (25+) in Viola town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.