Washington city, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Washington city, Arkansas Demographics
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As of 2026, Washington city, Arkansas has a total population of 106, the 520th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $38,700, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Washington city Quick Facts

Population 106

Median Household Income $38,700

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 14.1%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 54.4 years

Homeownership Rate 83.9%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.6%

High School Graduation Rate 72.1%

Diversity Index 53/100

Population 106 520th of 617

Median Income $38,700 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 14.1% 14% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Washington city Compares

Median Household Income

Washington city

$38,700

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.0%

$25K-$50K 61.3%

$50K-$100K 14.5%

$100K+ 3.2%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

54.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 83.9%

Renter 16.1%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.0%

18-34

3.8%

35-54

43.4%

55-74

33.0%

75+

3.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 50 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Washington city Rankings in Arkansas

#520 Population of 617

#387 Median Income of 617

#96 Education of 617

N/A Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Washington city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Chester town	105	N/A	$211,500	16.2%	22.9%
McDougal town	105	N/A	$74,300	0.0%	5.7%
Tucker CDP	109	N/A	$52,900	0.0%	56.0%
Aubrey town	104	$37,500	$80,700	0.0%	26.9%
Jacksonport town	107	$41,094	N/A	15.4%	12.2%

Population Overview

Washington city is a small community located in Arkansas. The total population is 106. It ranks as the 520th most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Washington city is 54.4 years. This is 42% higher than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Washington city is $38,700. This is 34% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 51% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.1%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. 83.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Washington city is Black or African American, making up 61.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 29.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (29.3%) is well below the state average of 68.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (61.3% vs 14.8%).

Education

25.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% higher 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 72.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Washington city, 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 Washington city, Arkansas?

Washington city, Arkansas has a population of 106 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Washington city, AR?

The median household income in Washington city is $38,700, which is 51% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Washington city, AR?

The poverty rate in Washington city is 14.1%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Washington city, Arkansas?

Washington city's population is 29.3% White, 61.3% Black, 9.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Washington city, AR?

The median home value in Washington city is N/A.

How educated is Washington city, Arkansas?

25.6% of adults (25+) in Washington city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.