Williford town, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Williford town, Arkansas Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 33.3% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Williford town, Arkansas has a total population of 72, the 553rd largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $20,000, which is 66% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 33.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 66% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (33.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Unemployment rate of 12.5% is notably above the national average.

Williford town Quick Facts

Population 72

Median Household Income $20,000

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 33.3%

Unemployment Rate 12.5%

Median Age 44.5 years

Homeownership Rate 86.8%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 0.0%

High School Graduation Rate 69.1%

Diversity Index 11/100

Population 72 553rd of 617

Median Income $20,000 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 33.3% 168% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Williford town Compares

Median Household Income

Williford town

$20,000

$58,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$175,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 63.2%

$25K-$50K 13.2%

$50K-$100K 7.9%

$100K+ 15.8%

Employment

12.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

43.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.8%

Renter 13.2%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.6%

18-34

0.0%

35-54

44.4%

55-74

26.4%

75+

5.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Williford town Rankings in Arkansas

#553 Population of 617

#527 Median Income of 617

#559 Education of 617

N/A Home Value of 617

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Cities Similar to Williford town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Dora CDP	73	N/A	N/A	45.0%	0.0%
Center Point CDP	70	N/A	N/A	14.3%	70.0%
Oak Grove CDP	70	N/A	N/A	0.0%	18.6%
Ponca CDP	70	N/A	N/A	46.8%	0.0%
Cale town	75	N/A	N/A	5.6%	8.0%

Population Overview

Williford town is a small community located in Arkansas. The total population is 72. It ranks as the 553rd most populous out of 617 cities and towns in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Williford town is 44.5 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Williford town is $20,000. This is 66% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 75% lower. The poverty rate stands at 33.3%. This is 108% 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 unemployment rate is 12.5%. This is 146% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. 86.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Williford town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 100% 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 69.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Williford 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 Williford town, Arkansas?

Williford town, Arkansas has a population of 72 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Williford town is $20,000, which is 75% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Williford town, AR?

The poverty rate in Williford town is 33.3%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Williford town, Arkansas?

Williford town's population is 94.4% White, 0.0% Black, 2.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Williford town is N/A.

How educated is Williford town, Arkansas?

0.0% of adults (25+) in Williford town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.