Arkansas County, AR
Arkansas County Map
Arkansas County Overview
17,024
TOTAL POPULATION
8,252
MALE POPULATION
8,772
FEMALE POPULATION
94.07
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.30
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,759
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,861
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,695
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
42.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
57.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,595
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,804
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Arkansas County Area Codes
Race in Arkansas County
The most populous races in Arkansas County are White / Caucasian (12,112 | 71.2%), Black / African American (4,379 | 25.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (649 | 3.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 4,379 | 25.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 649 | 3.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 46 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 12,112 | 71.2% |
| Two or more Races | 361 | 2.1% |
| Some other Race | 118 | 0.7% |
| Total | 17,024 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Arkansas County
The most populous ancestries reported in Arkansas County are German (2,019 | 11.9%), English (1,503 | 8.8%), Irish (1,495 | 8.8%), American (1,044 | 6.1%), and Mexican (492 | 2.9%), together accounting for 38.5% of all Arkansas County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 28 | 0.2% |
| American | 1,044 | 6.1% |
| Arab | 30 | 0.2% |
| British | 84 | 0.5% |
| Cajun | 22 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 40 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 46 | 0.3% |
| Chippewa | 6 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 22 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 9 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 33 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 17 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 85 | 0.5% |
| Eastern European | 4 | 0.0% |
| English | 1,503 | 8.8% |
| Ethiopian | 31 | 0.2% |
| European | 140 | 0.8% |
| Finnish | 20 | 0.1% |
| French | 382 | 2.2% |
| French Canadian | 4 | 0.0% |
| German | 2,019 | 11.9% |
| Greek | 15 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 6 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 1,495 | 8.8% |
| Italian | 126 | 0.7% |
| Lebanese | 30 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 492 | 2.9% |
| Nigerian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 3 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 32 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 23 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 82 | 0.5% |
| Salvadoran | 40 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 87 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 204 | 1.2% |
| Slovak | 15 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 69 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 60 | 0.4% |
| Thai | 2 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 15 | 0.1% | View All 42 Rows |
Immigrants in Arkansas County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Arkansas County came from Central America (177 | 1.0%), Latin America (177 | 1.0%), Mexico (147 | 0.9%), Africa (31 | 0.2%), and Eastern Africa (31 | 0.2%), together accounting for 3.3% of all Arkansas County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 31 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 8 | 0.1% |
| Australia | 12 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 177 | 1.0% |
| China | 6 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 31 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 6 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 30 | 0.2% |
| England | 9 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 31 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 9 | 0.1% |
| India | 2 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 177 | 1.0% |
| Mexico | 147 | 0.9% |
| Northern Europe | 9 | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 12 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 2 | 0.0% | View All 17 Rows |
Sex and Age in Arkansas County
Sex and Age in Arkansas County
The most populous age groups in Arkansas County are 60 to 64 Years (634 | 7.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (651 | 7.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 534 (6.5%) | 513 (5.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 554 (6.7%) | 594 (6.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 584 (7.1%) | 593 (6.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 589 (7.1%) | 370 (4.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 356 (4.3%) | 448 (5.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 405 (4.9%) | 555 (6.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 487 (5.9%) | 473 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 584 (7.1%) | 470 (5.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 456 (5.5%) | 618 (7.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 462 (5.6%) | 535 (6.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 525 (6.4%) | 512 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 543 (6.6%) | 588 (6.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 634 (7.7%) | 651 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 605 (7.3%) | 641 (7.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 402 (4.9%) | 430 (4.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 308 (3.7%) | 278 (3.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 113 (1.4%) | 238 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 111 (1.3%) | 265 (3.0%) |
| Total | 8,252 (100.0%) | 8,772 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Arkansas County
Median Family Size in Arkansas County
The median family size in Arkansas County is 3.19 persons per family, with single male/father families (269 | 6.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.8 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (3,249 | 78.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.08 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,249 (78.3%) | 3.08 |
| Single Male/Father | 269 (6.5%) | 3.80 |
| Single Female/Mother | 629 (15.2%) | 3.53 |
| Total Families | 4,147 (100.0%) | 3.19 |
Median Household Size in Arkansas County
The median household size in Arkansas County is 2.56 persons per household, with single male/father households (269 | 4.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.74 persons per household. non-family households (2,412 | 36.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.29 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,249 (49.5%) | 3.09 |
| Single Male/Father | 269 (4.1%) | 4.74 |
| Single Female/Mother | 629 (9.6%) | 3.71 |
| Non-family | 2,412 (36.8%) | 1.29 |
| Total Households | 6,559 (100.0%) | 2.56 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Arkansas County
Out of a total of 6,559 households in Arkansas County, 4,147 (63.2%) are family households, while 2,412 (36.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,140, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,982.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,982 (30.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,140 (32.6%) | 378 (5.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,008 (15.4%) | 42 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 591 (9.0%) | 10 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 279 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 93 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 36 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,147 (63.2%) | 2,412 (36.8%) |
Female Fertility in Arkansas County
Fertility by Age in Arkansas County
Average fertility rate in Arkansas County is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 83.1% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 138 (83.1%) | 93.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 28 (16.9%) | 16.0 |
| Total | 166 (100.0%) | 47.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Arkansas County
81.9% of women with births (166) in Arkansas County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 25.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 16.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 115 (83.3%) | 23 (16.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 21 (75.0%) | 7 (25.0%) |
| Total | 136 (81.9%) | 30 (18.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Arkansas County
Average fertility rate in Arkansas County is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 160.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 22.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 44.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 12 (7.2%) | 23.0 |
| High School Diploma | 35 (21.1%) | 33.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 73 (44.0%) | 53.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 8 (4.8%) | 22.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 38 (22.9%) | 160.0 |
| Total | 166 (100.0%) | 47.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Arkansas County
18.1% of women with births in Arkansas County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 19 (54.3%) | 16 (45.7%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 71 (97.3%) | 2 (2.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 136 (81.9%) | 30 (18.1%) |
Income in Arkansas County
Income Overview in Arkansas County
Per Capita Income in Arkansas County is $28,759, while median incomes of families and households are $71,861 and $58,695 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 17,024 | $28,759 |
| Median Family Income | 4,147 | $71,861 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,147 | $86,631 |
| Median Household Income | 6,559 | $58,695 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,559 | $70,590 |
| Income Deficit | 4,147 | $8,595 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 17,024 | 42.25% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 17,024 | 57.75¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 17,024 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Arkansas County
Average Earnings in Arkansas County are $37,478, $47,666 for men and $27,525 for women, a difference of 42.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,354 (53.0%) | $47,666 |
| Female | 3,866 (47.0%) | $27,525 |
| Total | 8,220 (100.0%) | $37,478 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Arkansas County
The most common earnings brackets in Arkansas County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (572 | 13.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (339 | 8.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 203 (4.7%) | 136 (3.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 68 (1.6%) | 90 (2.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 179 (4.1%) | 218 (5.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 39 (0.9%) | 136 (3.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 26 (0.6%) | 277 (7.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 97 (2.2%) | 239 (6.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 50 (1.1%) | 168 (4.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 63 (1.5%) | 154 (4.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 73 (1.7%) | 87 (2.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 114 (2.6%) | 290 (7.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 200 (4.6%) | 339 (8.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 301 (6.9%) | 339 (8.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 255 (5.9%) | 169 (4.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 256 (5.9%) | 243 (6.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 464 (10.7%) | 183 (4.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 328 (7.5%) | 53 (1.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 572 (13.1%) | 174 (4.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 386 (8.9%) | 211 (5.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 314 (7.2%) | 194 (5.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 366 (8.4%) | 166 (4.3%) |
| Total | 4,354 (100.0%) | 3,866 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Arkansas County
Average earnings in Arkansas County are $50,739 for men and $28,705 for women, a difference of 43.4%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $78,269, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,558. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,622, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,407.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $33,558 | $15,407 |
| High School Diploma | $50,135 | $24,554 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $49,531 | $27,604 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $78,269 | $45,417 |
| Graduate Degree | $58,167 | $66,622 |
| Total | $50,739 | $28,705 |
Family Income in Arkansas County
Family Income Brackets in Arkansas County
According to the Arkansas County family income data, there are 1,012 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 66 families (1.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 153 | 3.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 66 | 1.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 278 | 6.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 344 | 8.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 303 | 7.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,012 | 24.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 742 | 17.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 805 | 19.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 294 | 7.1% |
| $200,000+ | 149 | 3.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Arkansas County
4-person families (512 | 12.3%) account for the highest median family income in Arkansas County with $87,500 per family, while 2-person families (2,203 | 53.1%) have the highest median income of $36,300 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,203 (53.1%) | $72,601 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,055 (25.4%) | $70,057 |
| 4-Person Families | 512 (12.3%) | $87,500 |
| 5-Person Families | 261 (6.3%) | $64,453 |
| 6-Person Families | 97 (2.3%) | $65,563 |
| 7+ Person Families | 19 (0.5%) | $82,750 |
| Total | 4,147 (100.0%) | $71,861 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Arkansas County
The median family income in Arkansas County is $71,861, with families comprising 3+ earners (284) having the highest median family income of $116,917, while families with no earners (734) have the lowest median family income of $30,435, accounting for 6.9% and 17.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 734 (17.7%) | $30,435 |
| 1 Earner | 1,398 (33.7%) | $59,804 |
| 2 Earners | 1,731 (41.7%) | $92,350 |
| 3+ Earners | 284 (6.9%) | $116,917 |
| Total | 4,147 (100.0%) | $71,861 |
Household Income in Arkansas County
Household Income Brackets in Arkansas County
With 1,469 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Arkansas County, accounting for 22.4% of all households. In contrast, only 171 households (2.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 407 | 6.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 485 | 7.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 859 | 13.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 472 | 7.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 518 | 7.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,469 | 22.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 925 | 14.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 918 | 14.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 328 | 5.0% |
| $200,000+ | 171 | 2.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Arkansas County
The median household income in Arkansas County is $58,695, with the highest median household income of $70,785 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,837 households (28.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $30,300, with 174 households (2.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 174 (2.6%) | $30,300 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,837 (28.0%) | $70,785 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,500 (38.1%) | $59,599 |
| 65+ Years | 2,048 (31.2%) | $42,841 |
| Total | 6,559 (100.0%) | $58,695 |
Poverty in Arkansas County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Arkansas County
With 14.3% poverty level for males and 19.2% for females among the residents of Arkansas County, 5 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 62 males (34.3%) and 298 females (27.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 35 (6.6%) | 108 (22.2%) |
| 5 Years | 62 (34.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 84 (13.6%) | 203 (25.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 35 (10.7%) | 68 (23.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 23 (16.1%) | 31 (17.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 147 (22.6%) | 56 (10.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 57 (6.5%) | 178 (17.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 131 (12.7%) | 298 (27.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 94 (9.7%) | 115 (11.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 199 (17.2%) | 227 (18.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 168 (16.8%) | 223 (20.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 134 (25.4%) | 140 (20.1%) |
| Total | 1,169 (14.3%) | 1,647 (19.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Arkansas County
According to the poverty statistics in Arkansas County, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 499 (93.4%) | 378 (77.8%) |
| 5 Years | 119 (65.7%) | 45 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 534 (86.4%) | 609 (75.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 293 (89.3%) | 228 (77.0%) |
| 15 Years | 120 (100.0%) | 75 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 120 (83.9%) | 147 (82.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 504 (77.4%) | 501 (89.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 826 (93.5%) | 841 (82.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 901 (87.3%) | 781 (72.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 880 (90.3%) | 923 (88.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 959 (82.8%) | 994 (81.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 835 (83.3%) | 843 (79.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 393 (74.6%) | 555 (79.9%) |
| Total | 6,983 (85.7%) | 6,920 (80.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Arkansas County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Arkansas County show that 4.2% or 137 of the total 3,249 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 5.9%, comprising of 127 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,041 (94.1%) | 127 (5.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 824 (98.9%) | 9 (1.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 228 (99.6%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,112 (95.8%) | 137 (4.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Arkansas County
According to the poverty data in Arkansas County, 18.6% or 50 single-father households and 41.3% or 260 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (26.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 5 (6.3%) | 38 (13.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 43 (26.5%) | 148 (55.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (80.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 2 (11.8%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Total | 50 (18.6%) | 260 (41.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Arkansas County
The poverty data for Arkansas County shows that 137 of the married-couple family households (4.2%) and 310 of the single-parent households (34.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 127 households (5.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 64 household (70.3%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 127 (5.9%) | 43 (12.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 9 (1.1%) | 191 (44.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 1 (0.4%) | 64 (70.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (44.4%) |
| Total | 137 (4.2%) | 310 (34.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Arkansas County
Employment by Class of Employer in Arkansas County
Among the 7,222 employed individuals in Arkansas County, private company employees (4,429 | 61.3%), state government employees (577 | 8.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (536 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,429 | 61.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 454 | 6.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 536 | 7.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 437 | 6.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 476 | 6.6% |
| State Government Employees | 577 | 8.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 282 | 3.9% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 31 | 0.4% |
| Total | 7,222 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Arkansas County
According to the labor force statistics for Arkansas County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,456), 58.0% or 7,804 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 507 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 87.0% or 835 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 38.7% or 89 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 230 (30.1%) | 89 (38.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 671 (83.5%) | 26 (3.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 760 (79.2%) | 68 (8.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 835 (87.0%) | 40 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,649 (77.5%) | 181 (11.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,564 (76.9%) | 91 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 746 (66.0%) | 9 (1.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 693 (53.9%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 590 (28.4%) | 5 (0.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 70 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,804 (58.0%) | 507 (6.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Arkansas County
According to labor force statistics for Arkansas County, 73.5% of individuals (6,246) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,498) are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 393 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.6% or 1,332 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 18.9% or 92 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 487 (55.9%) | 165 (18.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,287 (66.3%) | 176 (5.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,144 (80.7%) | 167 (6.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,332 (87.6%) | 55 (3.6%) |
| Total | 6,246 (73.5%) | 535 (6.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Arkansas County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Arkansas County are Management (788 | 10.8%), Community & Social Service (741 | 10.2%), Education Instruction & Library (538 | 7.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (483 | 6.6%), and Health Technologists (299 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Arkansas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (93.3%), Business & Financial (80.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (79.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (88.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (85.5%), and Health Technologists (85.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 610 (77.4%) | 178 (22.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 124 (80.5%) | 30 (19.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 109 (79.6%) | 28 (20.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 6 (54.5%) | 5 (45.5%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 56 (93.3%) | 4 (6.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 47 (71.2%) | 19 (28.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 177 (23.9%) | 564 (76.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 53 (51.0%) | 51 (49.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 8 (11.9%) | 59 (88.1%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 105 (19.5%) | 433 (80.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 11 (34.4%) | 21 (65.6%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 70 (14.5%) | 413 (85.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 45 (15.0%) | 254 (85.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,090 (47.3%) | 1,213 (52.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,909 (53.6%) | 3,389 (46.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Arkansas County are Food Preparation & Serving (386 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (225 | 3.1%), Healthcare Support (207 | 2.8%), Personal Care & Service (167 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (131 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Arkansas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (91.2%), Security & Protection (89.3%), and Law Enforcement (87.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (94.6%), Healthcare Support (86.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (63.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 29 (14.0%) | 178 (86.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 117 (89.3%) | 14 (10.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 52 (91.2%) | 5 (8.8%) |
| Law Enforcement | 65 (87.8%) | 9 (12.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 142 (36.8%) | 244 (63.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 139 (61.8%) | 86 (38.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 9 (5.4%) | 158 (94.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 436 (39.1%) | 680 (60.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,909 (53.6%) | 3,389 (46.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Arkansas County are Office & Administration (749 | 10.3%), and Sales & Related (564 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 270 (47.9%) | 294 (52.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 80 (10.7%) | 669 (89.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 350 (26.7%) | 963 (73.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,909 (53.6%) | 3,389 (46.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Arkansas County are Construction & Extraction (399 | 5.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (261 | 3.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (244 | 3.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 244 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 353 (88.5%) | 46 (11.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 236 (90.4%) | 25 (9.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 833 (92.1%) | 71 (7.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,909 (53.6%) | 3,389 (46.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Arkansas County are Production (756 | 10.4%), Material Moving (612 | 8.4%), and Transportation (294 | 4.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 530 (70.1%) | 226 (29.9%) |
| Transportation | 234 (79.6%) | 60 (20.4%) |
| Material Moving | 436 (71.2%) | 176 (28.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,200 (72.2%) | 462 (27.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,909 (53.6%) | 3,389 (46.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Arkansas County
Employment Industries in Arkansas County
The major employment industries in Arkansas County include Manufacturing (1,655 | 22.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (911 | 12.5%), Educational Services (726 | 10.0%), Retail Trade (678 | 9.3%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (630 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Arkansas County
The Arkansas County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (97.1%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (92.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (87.7%), Educational Services (80.6%), and Professional & Scientific (76.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 612 (97.1%) | 18 (2.9%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 448 (90.7%) | 46 (9.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,063 (64.2%) | 592 (35.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 98 (64.0%) | 55 (35.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 307 (45.3%) | 371 (54.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 277 (73.1%) | 102 (26.9%) |
| Utilities | 48 (62.3%) | 29 (37.7%) |
| Information | 52 (82.5%) | 11 (17.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 116 (54.2%) | 98 (45.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 12 (27.9%) | 31 (72.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 47 (23.9%) | 150 (76.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 24 (39.3%) | 37 (60.7%) |
| Educational Services | 141 (19.4%) | 585 (80.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 112 (12.3%) | 799 (87.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 69 (92.0%) | 6 (8.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 143 (47.2%) | 160 (52.8%) |
| Public Administration | 155 (51.7%) | 145 (48.3%) |
| Total | 3,909 (53.6%) | 3,389 (46.4%) |
Education in Arkansas County
School Enrollment in Arkansas County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,834 students in Arkansas County are elementary school (870 | 22.7%), middle school (822 | 21.4%), and high school (811 | 21.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 273 | 7.1% |
| Kindergarten | 347 | 9.0% |
| Elementary School | 870 | 22.7% |
| Middle School | 822 | 21.4% |
| High School | 811 | 21.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 498 | 13.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 213 | 5.6% |
| Total | 3,834 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Arkansas County
Out of a total of 3,834 students who are enrolled in schools in Arkansas County, 418 (10.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,416 (89.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 39 (34.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 244 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 143 (66.5%) | 72 (33.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 980 (90.6%) | 102 (9.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 975 (86.9%) | 147 (13.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 431 (90.0%) | 48 (10.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 332 (97.7%) | 8 (2.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 244 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 75 (65.8%) | 39 (34.2%) |
| 35 Years and over | 238 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,416 (89.1%) | 418 (10.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Arkansas County
Education (444 | 22.8%), business (427 | 21.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (339 | 17.4%), science & technology (230 | 11.8%), and engineering (115 | 5.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,949 individuals in Arkansas County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 37 | 1.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 339 | 17.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 93 | 4.8% |
| Psychology | 29 | 1.5% |
| Social Sciences | 35 | 1.8% |
| Engineering | 115 | 5.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 230 | 11.8% |
| Business | 427 | 21.9% |
| Education | 444 | 22.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 8 | 0.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 31 | 1.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 32 | 1.6% |
| Communications | 62 | 3.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 67 | 3.4% |
| Total | 1,949 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Arkansas County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Arkansas County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Arkansas County are males with 2 vehicles (2,007, accounting for 52.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,682, making up 59.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 94 (2.4%) | 73 (2.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 596 (15.5%) | 577 (17.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,007 (52.1%) | 1,682 (50.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 802 (20.8%) | 696 (20.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 258 (6.7%) | 222 (6.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 96 (2.5%) | 115 (3.4%) |
| Total | 3,853 (100.0%) | 3,365 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Arkansas County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Arkansas County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,855 commuters, 26.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,162 commuters, 16.5%), and less than 5 minutes (1,030 commuters, 14.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,030 | 14.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,855 | 26.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,162 | 16.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 778 | 11.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 360 | 5.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 245 | 3.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 613 | 8.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 90 | 1.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 71 | 1.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 287 | 4.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 373 | 5.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 196 | 2.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Arkansas County
The most common commute times in Arkansas County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,064 commuters, 27.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (791 commuters, 24.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 430 (11.3%) | 600 (18.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,064 (27.9%) | 791 (24.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 577 (15.1%) | 585 (18.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 558 (14.6%) | 220 (6.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 183 (4.8%) | 177 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 95 (2.5%) | 150 (4.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 308 (8.1%) | 305 (9.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 25 (0.7%) | 65 (2.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 71 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 150 (3.9%) | 137 (4.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 203 (5.3%) | 170 (5.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 148 (3.9%) | 48 (1.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Arkansas County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Arkansas County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (996, 26.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (770, 23.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 153 (4.0%) | 121 (3.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 178 (4.7%) | 101 (3.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 285 (7.5%) | 110 (3.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 590 (15.5%) | 267 (8.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 996 (26.1%) | 497 (15.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 472 (12.4%) | 498 (15.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 413 (10.8%) | 770 (23.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 189 (5.0%) | 356 (11.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 35 (0.9%) | 65 (2.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 105 (2.8%) | 126 (3.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 94 (2.5%) | 21 (0.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 19 (0.5%) | 24 (0.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 118 (3.1%) | 159 (4.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 165 (4.3%) | 133 (4.1%) |
| Total | 3,812 (100.0%) | 3,248 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Arkansas County
Occupancy by Ownership in Arkansas County
Of the total 6,559 dwellings in Arkansas County, owner-occupied units account for 4,345 (66.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,214 (33.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,345 | 66.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,214 | 33.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,559 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Arkansas County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,982 | 30.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,518 | 38.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,050 | 16.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,009 | 15.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,559 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Arkansas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 972 (49.0%) | 1,010 (51.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,953 (77.6%) | 565 (22.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 703 (66.9%) | 347 (33.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 717 (71.1%) | 292 (28.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,345 (66.2%) | 2,214 (33.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Arkansas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 558 (54.1%) | 473 (45.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,644 (62.8%) | 972 (37.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,327 (72.0%) | 517 (28.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 816 (76.4%) | 252 (23.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Arkansas County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 894 | 13.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,117 | 17.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,089 | 16.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,411 | 21.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,297 | 19.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 558 | 8.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 193 | 2.9% |
| Total | 6,559 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Arkansas County
Median Income by Occupancy in Arkansas County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,345 (66.2%) | $71,866 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,214 (33.8%) | $24,309 |
| Average | 6,559 (100.0%) | $58,695 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Arkansas County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 61 (1.4%) | 106 (4.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 91 (2.1%) | 150 (6.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 118 (2.7%) | 367 (16.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 190 (4.4%) | 259 (11.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 148 (3.4%) | 259 (11.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 252 (5.8%) | 220 (9.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 401 (9.2%) | 120 (5.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,012 (23.3%) | 455 (20.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 783 (18.0%) | 145 (6.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 842 (19.4%) | 77 (3.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 447 (10.3%) | 56 (2.5%) |
| Total | 4,345 (100.0%) | 2,214 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Arkansas County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 518 (11.9%) | 252 (11.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,169 (26.9%) | 190 (8.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 974 (22.4%) | 628 (28.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 519 (11.9%) | 481 (21.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 820 (18.9%) | 264 (11.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 182 (4.2%) | 57 (2.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 105 (2.4%) | 15 (0.7%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 42 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 16 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,345 (100.0%) | 2,214 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Arkansas County
Housing Structures in Arkansas County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,865 | 74.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 25 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 225 | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 240 | 3.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 237 | 3.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 165 | 2.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 802 | 12.2% |
| Total | 6,559 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Arkansas County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,796 (78.0%) | 1,069 (22.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1 (4.0%) | 24 (96.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 225 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 240 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 237 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 165 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 548 (68.3%) | 254 (31.7%) |
| Total | 4,345 (66.2%) | 2,214 (33.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Arkansas County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 8 (0.2%) | 102 (4.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 56 (1.3%) | 342 (15.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,441 (33.2%) | 1,274 (57.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,606 (37.0%) | 386 (17.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,234 (28.4%) | 110 (5.0%) |
| Total | 4,345 (100.0%) | 2,214 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Arkansas County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,652 (38.0%) | 549 (24.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 293 (6.7%) | 124 (5.6%) |
| Electricity | 2,299 (52.9%) | 1,521 (68.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 2 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 99 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (0.9%) |
| Total | 4,345 (100.0%) | 2,214 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Arkansas County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 101 (2.3%) | 533 (24.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 812 (18.7%) | 989 (44.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,222 (51.1%) | 589 (26.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,210 (27.9%) | 103 (4.6%) |
| Total | 4,345 (100.0%) | 2,214 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Arkansas County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Arkansas County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,543 | 1,802 |
| Median Property Value | $111,400 | $142,200 |
| Median Household Income | $59,781 | $208 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $427 | $16 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $617 | $113 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Arkansas County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 550 (21.6%) | 150 (8.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 627 (24.7%) | 358 (19.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,148 (45.1%) | 1,082 (60.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 184 (7.2%) | 203 (11.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 21 (0.8%) | 9 (0.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 4 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 9 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,543 (100.0%) | 1,802 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Arkansas County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 126 (5.0%) | 31 (1.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 361 (14.2%) | 26 (1.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 197 (7.7%) | 95 (5.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 291 (11.4%) | 55 (3.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 554 (21.8%) | 110 (6.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 332 (13.1%) | 458 (25.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 443 (17.4%) | 451 (25.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 239 (9.4%) | 399 (22.1%) |
| Total | 2,543 (100.0%) | 1,802 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Arkansas County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,425 (56.0%) | 85,000 (4,717.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 463 (18.2%) | 1,150 (63.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 202 (7.9%) | 358 (19.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 435 (17.1%) | 130 (7.2%) |
| Total | 2,543 (100.0%) | 1,802 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Arkansas County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,308 (51.4%) | 17 (0.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 417 (16.4%) | 870 (48.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 447 (17.6%) | 606 (33.6%) |
| Total | 2,543 (100.0%) | 1,802 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Arkansas County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Arkansas County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,240 (97.4%) | 33 (2.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,736 (94.2%) | 169 (5.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 978 (89.6%) | 113 (10.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,508 (87.4%) | 217 (12.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,877 (88.9%) | 234 (11.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,854 (92.1%) | 158 (7.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,248 (94.5%) | 131 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,069 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,222 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,732 (93.7%) | 1,055 (6.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Arkansas County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,240 (97.4%) | 33 (2.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,736 (94.2%) | 169 (5.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 978 (89.6%) | 113 (10.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Arkansas County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,752 (93.4%) | 195 (6.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,259 (89.2%) | 272 (10.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,705 (92.1%) | 319 (7.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,034 (95.0%) | 161 (5.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,958 (97.4%) | 106 (2.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Arkansas County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 717 (56.3%) | 535 (42.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,592 (54.8%) | 1,217 (41.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 383 (35.1%) | 652 (59.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 561 (32.5%) | 1,035 (60.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 649 (30.7%) | 1,395 (66.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 509 (25.3%) | 1,461 (72.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 843 (35.4%) | 1,511 (63.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,054 (99.3%) | 1,067 (51.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,222 (100.0%) | 571 (46.7%) |
| Total | 8,530 (50.8%) | 9,444 (56.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Arkansas County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 109 (7.8%) | 95 (6.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 119 (7.8%) | 257 (16.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 670 (21.2%) | 671 (20.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 393 (39.2%) | 417 (39.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 304 (57.7%) | 470 (67.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Arkansas County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 21 (1.4%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 169 (5.3%) | 57 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 246 (24.5%) | 102 (9.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 134 (25.4%) | 234 (33.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 31 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 33 (2.1%) | 86 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 84 (2.6%) | 145 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 62 (6.2%) | 40 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 137 (26.0%) | 125 (18.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 109 (7.8%) | 95 (6.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 57 (3.7%) | 135 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 254 (8.0%) | 166 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 113 (11.3%) | 101 (9.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (5.7%) | 180 (25.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 31 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 66 (4.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 435 (13.8%) | 525 (15.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 178 (17.7%) | 287 (26.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 103 (19.5%) | 364 (52.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 40 (2.9%) | 18 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 69 (2.2%) | 132 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 53 (5.3%) | 76 (7.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (2.5%) | 201 (28.9%) |
Technology Access in Arkansas County
Computing Device Access in Arkansas County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,719 | 56.7% |
| Smartphone | 5,290 | 80.6% |
| Tablet | 3,251 | 49.6% |
| No Computing Device | 911 | 13.9% |
| Total | 6,559 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Arkansas County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 28 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 2,791 | 42.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,620 | 24.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 568 | 8.7% |
| No Internet | 1,621 | 24.7% |
| Total | 6,559 | 100.0% |
Arkansas County Summary
Arkansas County is located in the southeastern corner of the state of Arkansas. It is the largest county in the state, covering an area of 1,041 square miles. The county is bordered by the Mississippi River to the east, the White River to the south, and the Arkansas River to the west. The county seat is DeWitt, and the largest city is Stuttgart.
History
Arkansas County was established in 1813, making it one of the oldest counties in the state. It was named after the Arkansas River, which runs through the county. The county was originally part of the Louisiana Purchase, and was later divided into several smaller counties.
The county was home to several Native American tribes, including the Quapaw, Caddo, and Osage. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s, and the county was officially organized in 1813.
The county was an important agricultural center during the 19th century, and the county seat of DeWitt was established in 1820. The county was also home to several Confederate units during the Civil War.
Geography
Arkansas County is located in the southeastern corner of the state of Arkansas. It is the largest county in the state, covering an area of 1,041 square miles. The county is bordered by the Mississippi River to the east, the White River to the south, and the Arkansas River to the west.
The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern and western parts. The terrain is mostly covered in forests and grasslands, with some areas of farmland. The county is home to several lakes, including Lake DeGray, Lake Conway, and Lake Overcup.
Economy
Agriculture is the main economic activity in Arkansas County. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown in the area are soybeans, corn, cotton, and rice. The county is also home to several poultry farms, and is one of the leading producers of eggs in the state.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a plastics plant. The county is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Arkansas County had a population of 19,019. The racial makeup of the county was 79.3% White, 18.2% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.9% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $35,945, and the median income for a family was $43,945. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Arkansas County?
Total Population of Arkansas County is 17,024.
What is the Total Male Population of Arkansas County?
Total Male Population of Arkansas County is 8,252.
What is the Total Female Population of Arkansas County?
Total Female Population of Arkansas County is 8,772.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Arkansas County?
There are 94.07 Males per 100 Females in Arkansas County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Arkansas County?
There are 106.30 Females per 100 Males in Arkansas County.
What is the Median Population Age in Arkansas County?
Median Population Age in Arkansas County is 41.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Arkansas County
Average Family Size in Arkansas County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Arkansas County
Average Household Size in Arkansas County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Arkansas County?
Per Capita income in Arkansas County is $28,759.
What is the Median Family Income in Arkansas County?
Median Family Income in Arkansas County is $71,861.
What is the Median Household income in Arkansas County?
Median Household Income in Arkansas County is $58,695.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Arkansas County?
Income or Wage Gap in Arkansas County is 42.3%.
Women in Arkansas County earn 57.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Arkansas County?
Family Income Deficit in Arkansas County is $8,595.
Families that are below poverty line in Arkansas County earn $8,595 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Arkansas County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Arkansas County is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Arkansas County?
There are 7,804 People in the Labor Forcein in Arkansas County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Arkansas County?
58.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Arkansas County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Arkansas County?
Unemployment Rate in Arkansas County is 6.5%.