2024 Arkansas Demographics | Comprehensive Overview

Data and insights for Arkansas, including population, age & gender distribution, race & ethnicity, median & household income distribution, property value distribution, educational attainment, health insurance coverage, nativity & citizenship, commuting & transportation, employment, veteran service, poverty & income and SNAP/food stamp recipients. Based on 2024 American Community Survey Estimates.

Arkansas Key Demographic Statistics (2024 Estimates)

Key demographic statistics summarized from the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS).

Total Population
3,088,354
Median Age
39.1 years
Median Household Income
$62,106
Median Property Value
$215,600
Bachelor's Degree+
27.12%
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
Total Households
1,246,754
Total Workers
1,399,240
Citizenship Rate
96.2%
Total Veterans
176,468
Top Veteran Era
Vietnam Era Only
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Families in Poverty
90,889
SNAP Recipients
8.96%
Households w/ SNAP
111,766

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates

Arkansas Demographics: Age & Gender Distribution (2024)

Population pyramid for Arkansas showing male vs female age distribution based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: Population distribution by age and sex in Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

Key Demographic Indicators for Arkansas

The following statistics highlight Arkansas population and median age, based on U.S. Census Bureau 2024 ACS Estimates.

Total Population
3,088,354
Median Age (Total)
39.1 years
Median Age (Male)
37.8 years
Median Age (Female)
40.2 years

Arkansas Age Distribution Comparison with United States 2024

Compare Arkansas age demographics with United States to understand regional demographic patterns.

Table: Comparative age and dependency ratio analysis between Arkansas and United States, 2024
MetricArkansasUnited StatesDifference
Median Age39.1 yrs39.2 yrs -0.1 yrs
Under 5 years5.72%5.40% +0.3pp
Children (5–17 years)16.89%16.04% +0.9pp
Young Adults (18–24)9.44%9.19% +0.2pp
Middle-aged (35–54)25.04%25.52% -0.5pp
Seniors (65+)18.22%18.01% +0.2pp
Total Dependency Ratio68.9965.15 +3.8

Note: "pp" indicates percentage points. "yrs" indicates years. The dependency ratio measures the burden on working-age population (18-64) to support dependents (under 18 and 65+).

Dependency Ratios Analysis

Total Dependency Ratio
68.99
Youth Dependency Ratio
38.20 Population under 18 relative to working age (18-64).
Old-Age Dependency Ratio
30.79 Population 65+ relative to working age (18-64).

A higher ratio indicates a greater financial and social burden on the working population to support non-working age groups.

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Arkansas Demographics: Racial and Ethnic Composition (2024)

Pie chart showing the racial and ethnic composition of Arkansas based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: Racial and ethnic breakdown of Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

Diversity & Cultural Composition of Arkansas

The racial makeup and ethnic composition of Arkansas are detailed below, drawing from the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 ACS Estimates.

Diversity Index Score
52.28
Diversity Tier
moderate
Definition
The probability that two individuals chosen at random will be from different racial or ethnic groups.

Diversity Comparison with United States

Compare Arkansas racial and ethnic demographics with United States to understand regional diversity patterns.

Arkansas Diversity

52.28

moderate
United States Diversity

62.36

high
Diversity Differential: Arkansas is 10.08 points less diverse than United States.

Racial and Ethnic Composition Comparison

Table: Comparative racial and ethnic composition between Arkansas and United States, 2024
Racial/Ethnic GroupArkansasUnited StatesDifference
White Alone (Non-Hispanic)66.57%56.27% +10.3pp
Black/African American Alone14.06%11.75% +2.3pp
Hispanic or Latino (Any Race)9.54%20.00% -10.5pp
Two or More Races6.99%4.56% +2.4pp
Asian Alone1.77%6.19% -4.4pp
American Indian and Alaska Native Alone0.43%0.52% -0.1pp
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander Alone0.38%0.17% +0.2pp
Some Other Race Alone0.27%0.54% -0.3pp
Diversity Index Score52.2862.36 -10.08

Note: "pp" indicates percentage points. Higher Diversity Index Scores (green) indicate greater racial/ethnic diversity.

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Arkansas Economic Demographics: Household Income Statistics (2024)

Line chart showing household income distribution brackets for Arkansas based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: Household income distribution in Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

Economic Snapshot for Arkansas

The following data illustrates the financial landscape of Arkansas, based on the latest U.S. Census Bureau 2024 ACS Estimates.

Median Household Income
$62,106 (Adjusted for inflation)
Total Households Analyzed
1,246,754

Income Comparison with United States

Compare Arkansas household income with United States to understand regional economic patterns.

Arkansas

$62,106

United States

$81,604

Income Differential: Arkansas's median household income is $19,498 lower (23.9% below) than United States.

Income Distribution Comparison

Table: Comparative household income distribution between Arkansas and United States, 2024
Income BracketArkansasUnited StatesDifference
Less than $20,00014.82%11.15% +3.7pp
$20,000 to $34,99913.04%9.53% +3.5pp
$35,000 to $49,99912.76%9.89% +2.9pp
$50,000 to $74,99917.59%15.64% +1.9pp
$75,000 to $149,99928.61%30.39% -1.8pp
$150,000 or more13.18%23.40% -10.2pp

Note: "pp" indicates percentage points. Higher percentages in high-income brackets (green) indicate greater affluence compared to United States.

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Arkansas Real Estate Demographics: Property Values (2024)

Line chart showing property value distribution for owner-occupied homes in Arkansas based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: Property value distribution in Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

Real Estate Market Snapshot for Arkansas

The following data highlights the distribution of owner-occupied housing values in Arkansas, based on the latest U.S. Census Bureau 2024 ACS Estimates.

Median Property Value
$215,600
Total Properties Analyzed
836,697 (Owner-occupied units)

Property Value Comparison with United States

Compare Arkansas property values with United States to understand regional real estate market patterns.

Arkansas

$215,600

United States

$360,600

Property Value Differential: Arkansas's median property value is $145,000 lower (40.2% below) than United States.

Property Value Distribution Comparison

Table: Comparative property value distribution between Arkansas and United States, 2024
Value BracketArkansasUnited StatesDifference
Less than $25,0005.20%2.88% +2.3pp
$25,000 to $49,9994.12%2.13% +2.0pp
$50,000 to $99,99912.09%5.17% +6.9pp
$100,000 to $199,99924.69%13.25% +11.4pp
$200,000 to $499,99943.52%44.81% -1.3pp
$500,000 to $999,9999.71%28.03% -18.3pp
$1,000,000 or more0.67%3.72% -3.1pp

Note: "pp" indicates percentage points. Higher percentages in high-value brackets (green) indicate more expensive real estate compared to United States.

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Arkansas Educational Attainment Statistics (2024)

Treemap chart illustrating educational attainment levels for adults 25+ in Arkansas based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: Educational breakdown in Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

Education Snapshot for Arkansas

The following statistics represent the educational background of residents aged 25 and older in Arkansas, based on U.S. Census Bureau 2024 ACS Estimates.

High School Graduate or Higher
89.29%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
27.12%
Total Population Analyzed (25+)
2,098,670

Education Level Comparison with United States

Compare Arkansas educational attainment with United States to understand regional education patterns.

Bachelor's+ in Arkansas

27.12%

Bachelor's+ in United States

36.85%

College Education Rate: Arkansas's bachelor's degree or higher attainment rate is 9.7 percentage points lower than United States.

Detailed Education Level Comparison

Table: Comparative educational attainment between Arkansas and United States, 2024
Education LevelArkansasUnited StatesDifference
Less than HS10.71%10.08% +0.6pp
HS Graduate33.13%25.73% +7.4pp
Some College/Associate's29.04%27.34% +1.7pp
Bachelor's Degree17.12%22.14% -5.0pp
Graduate/Professional10.00%14.71% -4.7pp
HS Graduate or Higher89.29%89.92% -0.6pp

Note: "pp" indicates percentage points. Higher percentages in advanced education levels (green badges) indicate higher educational attainment compared to United States.

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Arkansas Health Insurance Coverage Statistics (2024)

Pyramid chart showing health insurance coverage distribution by age and sex in Arkansas based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: Health insurance coverage gaps in Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

Healthcare Coverage Snapshot for Arkansas

The following data illustrates the health coverage landscape of Arkansas, based on U.S. Census Bureau 2024 ACS Estimates.

Overall Uninsured Rate
9.4%
Total Uninsured Population
284,915
Total Civilian Population
3,032,793

The uninsured rates vary significantly by demographic group. Children under 18 and seniors aged 65+ generally have higher coverage rates due to public programs like Medicaid/CHIP and Medicare.

Health Insurance Coverage Comparison with United States

Compare Arkansas health insurance coverage with United States to understand regional healthcare access patterns.

Uninsured in Arkansas

9.4%

Uninsured in United States

8.2%

Coverage Gap Differential: Arkansas's uninsured rate is 1.2 percentage points higher (worse coverage) than United States.

Uninsured Rates by Age and Sex

Table: Comparative uninsured rates between Arkansas and United States, 2024
Age GroupArkansasUnited States
MaleFemaleMaleFemale
Under 187.3%8.0%6.1%5.9%
18-34 years18.5%15.1%16.1%12.0%
35-64 years11.8%9.9%10.9%8.6%
65+ years0.4%0.5%0.9%0.8%

Note: Lower uninsured rates indicate better health insurance coverage. The 18-34 age group typically has the highest uninsured rates, while seniors 65+ have near-universal coverage through Medicare.

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Arkansas Nativity & Citizenship Statistics (2024)

Treemap showing population distribution by nativity and citizenship status in Arkansas based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: Citizenship status breakdown in Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

Citizenship Snapshot for Arkansas

The following data details the citizenship status and nativity of the population in Arkansas, based on U.S. Census Bureau 2024 ACS Estimates.

U.S. Citizenship Rate
96.2% (Native-born + Naturalized)
Naturalized Citizens
63,100 (Foreign-born individuals who acquired citizenship)
Non-Citizen Residents
117,009

Citizenship Comparison with United States

Compare Arkansas citizenship and nativity with United States to understand regional immigration and naturalization patterns.

Citizenship in Arkansas

96.2%

Citizenship in United States

92.8%

Citizenship Rate Differential: Arkansas's citizenship rate is 3.4 percentage points higher than United States.

Nativity and Citizenship Comparison

Table: Comparative nativity and citizenship distribution between Arkansas and United States, 2024
Nativity/Citizenship StatusArkansasUnited StatesDifference
Born in the United States93.4%83.5% +9.9pp
Born in PR or U.S. Territories0.1%0.6% -0.5pp
Born abroad of American parent(s)0.7%1.1% -0.4pp
U.S. citizen by naturalization2.0%7.6% -5.6pp
Not a U.S. citizen3.8%7.2% -3.4pp
Total U.S. Citizens96.2%92.8% +3.4pp

Note: "pp" indicates percentage points. Higher naturalization rates (green) indicate greater immigrant integration compared to United States.

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Arkansas Commuting & Transportation Statistics (2024)

Treemap chart illustrating how workers in Arkansas commute to work based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: Commute mode split in Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

Commuter Snapshot for Arkansas

The following data details the commuting habits of the workforce in Arkansas, based on U.S. Census Bureau 2024 ACS Estimates.

Drove to Work (Car/Truck/Van)
88.4%
Public Transportation Usage
0.3%
Work From Home Rate
8.6%
Total Workers Analyzed
1,386,650

Transportation Comparison with United States

Compare Arkansas commuting patterns with United States to understand regional transportation preferences.

Drove in Arkansas

88.4%

Drove in United States

78.4%

Driving Rate Differential: Arkansas has a 10.0 percentage points higher driving rate than United States.

Commute Mode Comparison

Table: Comparative commuting patterns between Arkansas and United States, 2024
Transportation MethodArkansasUnited StatesDifference
Car, truck, or van88.4%78.4% +10.0pp
Public transportation0.3%3.7% -3.4pp
Bicycle0.2%0.5% -0.3pp
Walked1.1%2.4% -1.3pp
Taxicab, motorcycle, or other1.4%1.7% -0.3pp
Worked from home8.6%13.3% -4.7pp

Note: "pp" indicates percentage points. Higher public transit or work-from-home rates (green) indicate more diverse commuting options compared to United States.

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Arkansas Employment by Class of Worker (2024)

Bar chart showing employment distribution by class of worker (Private, Government, Self-Employed) in Arkansas based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: Workforce composition in Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

Workforce Snapshot for Arkansas

The following statistics categorize the civilian employed population aged 16 and over in Arkansas by their employment sector, based on U.S. Census Bureau 2024 ACS Estimates.

Total Employed Civilian Population
1,399,240
Private Sector (Profit & Non-Profit)
Includes For-Profit and Non-Profit organizations
Government Workers
Includes Local, State, and Federal employees
Self-Employed Workers
Includes own not incorporated business workers

Employment Sector Comparison with United States

Compare Arkansas employment patterns with United States to understand regional workforce composition differences.

Government Employment in Arkansas

6.4% (M) / 9.3% (F)

Government Employment in United States

6.3% (M) / 8.3% (F)

Employment Sector Comparison

Table: Comparative employment sector distribution between Arkansas and United States, 2024
Employment SectorArkansasUnited StatesDifference
Private For-Profit (Combined)M: 39.0%
F: 30.5%		M: 39.3%
F: 31.0%		 M: -0.3pp
F: -0.5pp
Private Non-ProfitM: 3.2%
F: 5.3%		M: 3.1%
F: 6.0%		 M: +0.1pp
F: -0.7pp
Government (All Levels)M: 6.4%
F: 9.3%		M: 6.3%
F: 8.3%		 M: +0.1pp
F: +1.0pp
Self-EmployedM: 3.5%
F: 2.7%		M: 3.4%
F: 2.5%		 M: +0.1pp
F: +0.2pp

Note: "pp" indicates percentage points. M = Male, F = Female. Green badges indicate higher government employment compared to United States.

Definitions: "Private sector" includes employees of for-profit and non-profit companies. "Government" includes all local, state, and federal employees. "Self-employed" refers to those operating their own unincorporated businesses.

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Arkansas Veteran Population & Service Statistics (2024)

Bar chart showing the distribution of veterans by period of military service in Arkansas based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: Veteran service eras in Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

Veteran Community Snapshot for Arkansas

The following data details the civilian veteran population aged 18 and over in Arkansas, based on U.S. Census Bureau 2024 ACS Estimates.

Total Civilian Veterans
176,468
Primary Service Era
Vietnam Era Only
58,869 veterans (33.4%)

Veteran Population Comparison with United States

Compare Arkansas veteran demographics with United States to understand regional veteran service patterns.

Total Veterans in Arkansas

176,468

Total Veterans in United States

16,569,149

Primary Service Era Comparison:
  • Arkansas: Vietnam Era Only (33.4%)
  • United States: Vietnam Era Only (31.5%)

Service Period Distribution Comparison

Table: Comparative veteran service period distribution between Arkansas and United States, 2024
Service PeriodArkansasUnited StatesDifference
Vietnam Era Only33.4%
(58,869)		31.5%
(5,221,921)		 +1.9pp
Between Gulf War & Vietnam15.6%
(27,578)		15.2%
(2,511,442)		 +0.4pp
Post-9/11 Only15.5%
(27,326)		16.4%
(2,721,701)		 -0.9pp
Gulf War Only13.9%
(24,531)		13.8%
(2,288,705)		 +0.1pp
Post-9/11 + Gulf War7.1%
(12,602)		8.0%
(1,320,312)		 -0.9pp
Between Vietnam & Korean6.2%
(10,967)		6.6%
(1,088,163)		 -0.4pp
Korean War Only4.2%
(7,478)		4.6%
(760,295)		 -0.4pp
Gulf War + Vietnam1.7%
(3,026)		1.6%
(262,446)		 +0.1pp
Vietnam + Korean0.8%
(1,402)		0.5%
(76,601)		 +0.3pp
WWII Only0.7%
(1,283)		1.2%
(195,123)		 -0.5pp
Post-9/11 + Gulf War + Vietnam0.3%
(575)		0.3%
(57,148)		 0.0pp
Between Korean & WWII0.2%
(383)		0.2%
(39,260)		 0.0pp
Korean + WWII0.2%
(335)		0.1%
(16,439)		 +0.1pp
Vietnam + Korean + WWII0.1%
(93)		0.0%
(7,826)		 +0.1pp
Pre-WWII0.0%
(20)		0.0%
(1,767)		 0.0pp

Note: "pp" indicates percentage points. Comparisons show relative proportions of veteran populations by service era.

Note: Periods of service include World War II (Dec 1941–Dec 1946), Korean War (Jul 1950–Jan 1955), Vietnam Era (Aug 1964–Apr 1975), Gulf War (Aug 1990–Aug 2001), and Post-9/11 (Sept 2001 or later). Veterans may have served in multiple eras.

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Arkansas Family Poverty & Income Statistics (2024)

Bar chart showing family distribution by income-to-poverty ratio in Arkansas, based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: Family economic status in Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

Family Economic Security Snapshot for Arkansas

The following data categorizes families in Arkansas by their income relative to the federal poverty threshold, based on U.S. Census Bureau 2024 ACS Estimates.

Families Below Poverty Line (<100%)
11.3% (90,889 families)
Families Near Poverty (100-199%)
35.9% (289,920 families)
Families with Secure Income (200%+)
52.8% (426,113 families)

Poverty Rate Comparison with United States

Compare Arkansas poverty levels with United States to understand regional economic disparities.

Poverty Rate in Arkansas

11.3%

Below poverty line
Poverty Rate in United States

8.5%

Below poverty line
Poverty Rate Differential: Arkansas has a 2.8 percentage points higher poverty rate than United States.

Income-to-Poverty Ratio Distribution Comparison

Table: Comparative family income-to-poverty ratio distribution between Arkansas and United States, 2024
Income CategoryArkansasUnited StatesDifference
Below Poverty (<100%)11.3%
(90,889)		8.5%
(7,231,051)		 +2.8pp
Near Poverty (100-199%)35.9%
(289,920)		27.5%
(23,395,492)		 +8.4pp
Economic Security (200%+)52.8%
(426,113)		64.0%
(54,339,996)		 -11.2pp
Detailed Breakdown
Below 50% of Poverty4.9%3.9% +1.0pp
50-74% of Poverty3.0%2.1% +0.9pp
75-99% of Poverty3.4%2.5% +0.9pp
100-124% of Poverty4.2%2.9% +1.3pp
125-149% of Poverty4.5%3.2% +1.3pp
150-174% of Poverty4.8%3.4% +1.4pp

Note: "pp" indicates percentage points. Red badges indicate higher poverty; green badges indicate lower poverty compared to United States.

Definition: The "Income-to-Poverty Ratio" measures a family's income against the federal poverty threshold. A ratio below 1.00 means the family is in poverty. Ratios between 1.00 and 1.99 indicate low income ("near poverty"), while ratios of 2.00 or higher suggest greater economic security.

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Arkansas SNAP/Food Stamps Statistics (2024)

Stacked bar chart showing SNAP recipient household composition by presence of children in Arkansas, based on 2024 ACS data.
Figure: SNAP household demographics in Arkansas. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 ACS Estimates.

SNAP Participation Snapshot for Arkansas

The following data details household participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Arkansas, based on U.S. Census Bureau 2024 ACS Estimates.

Total Households Receiving SNAP
111,766 (8.96% of all households)
Recipient Households with Children
47,348 (42.36% of recipients)
Total Households Analyzed
1,246,754

SNAP Participation Comparison with United States

Compare Arkansas SNAP participation with United States to understand regional food assistance needs.

SNAP Participation in Arkansas

8.96%

111,766 households
SNAP Participation in United States

11.78%

15,632,675 households
SNAP Participation Differential: Arkansas has a 2.82 percentage points lower SNAP participation rate than United States.

SNAP Household Composition Comparison

Table: Comparative SNAP recipient household composition between Arkansas and United States, 2024
Household TypeArkansasUnited States
With ChildrenNo ChildrenWith ChildrenNo Children
Married-Couple Family15.42%
(17,234)		7.34%
(8,205)		15.12%
(2,363,868)		9.10%
(1,423,294)
Male Householder, No Spouse4.18%
(4,671)		2.92%
(3,258)		5.05%
(790,094)		3.49%
(544,937)
Female Householder, No Spouse22.11%
(24,711)		8.58%
(9,595)		22.84%
(3,571,051)		9.32%
(1,457,200)
Nonfamily Households0.65%
(732)		38.80%
(43,360)		0.56%
(87,057)		34.51%
(5,395,174)
Total SNAP Recipients111,766
(8.96% of households)		15,632,675
(11.78% of households)

Note: Percentages represent the share of SNAP-receiving households in each category. Higher percentages in households with children often indicate targeting of families with greater nutritional needs.

About this data: The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides food assistance to low-income families. Households with children often face higher participation rates due to eligibility guidelines prioritizing child nutrition. "Nonfamily households" typically refer to individuals living alone or with unrelated roommates.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The age breakdown for Arkansas is as follows: Under 5: 5.72%, Ages 5–17: 16.89%, Ages 18–24: 9.44%, Ages 25–34: 12.65%, Ages 35–54: 25.04%, Ages 55–64: 12.05%, and 65 or older: 18.22%.

The racial and ethnic composition of Arkansas is dominated by: White Alone (Non-Hispanic): 66.57%, Black/African American Alone: 14.06%, Hispanic or Latino (Any Race): 9.54%. The complete breakdown includes 8 distinct racial and ethnic categories.

The median household income in Arkansas is $62,106. This represents the midpoint of all household incomes in the area, meaning half of households earn more than this amount and half earn less.

The household income distribution in Arkansas is: Very Low Income (under $20,000): 14.82%, Low Income ($20,000-$34,999): 13.04%, Lower Middle Income ($35,000-$49,999): 12.76%, Middle Income ($50,000-$74,999): 17.59%, Upper Middle Income ($75,000-$149,999): 28.61%, High Income ($150,000+): 13.18%.

Approximately 28.99% of households in Arkansas earn over $100,000 annually. This includes households earning between $100,000 and $124,999, $125,000 and $149,999, $150,000 and $199,999, and $200,000 or more.

The median property value for owner-occupied housing units in Arkansas is $215,600. This represents the midpoint of all property values in the area, meaning half of homes are valued above this amount and half are valued below. The median is a better indicator of typical home values than the average because it is not skewed by extremely high or low property values.

The property value distribution for owner-occupied housing units in Arkansas is: Less than $25,000: 5.20%, $25,000-$49,999: 4.12%, $50,000-$99,999: 12.09%, $100,000-$199,999: 24.69%, $200,000-$499,999: 43.52%, $500,000-$999,999: 9.71%, $1,000,000 or more: 0.67%.

There are 836,697 owner-occupied housing units in Arkansas. This represents homes that are owned by the people living in them, as opposed to rental properties or vacant units.

Approximately 10.37% of owner-occupied housing units in Arkansas are valued over $500,000. This includes properties valued between $500,000 and $749,999, $750,000 and $999,999, $1,000,000 and $1,499,999, $1,500,000 and $1,999,999, and $2,000,000 or more.

In Arkansas, 27.12% of the population aged 25 and older holds a bachelor's degree or higher. This includes those with bachelor's degrees as well as those with graduate or professional degrees.

The educational attainment breakdown for Arkansas (population 25+) is: Less than high school graduate: 10.71%, High school graduate (including equivalency): 33.13%, Some college or associate's degree: 29.04%, Bachelor's degree: 17.12%, Graduate or professional degree: 10.00%.

In Arkansas, 89.29% of the population aged 25 and older has completed at least a high school education. This includes high school graduates, those with some college, associate's degrees, bachelor's degrees, and graduate degrees.

In Arkansas, 9.4% of the population lacks health insurance coverage. This represents 284,915 individuals out of a total population of 3,032,793 people.

The uninsured rates vary by age group in Arkansas. For young adults (18-34 years), 18.5% of males and 15.1% of females lack coverage. In the 35-64 age group, 11.8% of males and 9.9% of females are uninsured. These working-age populations typically face different coverage challenges than children or seniors.

Children under 18 in Arkansas have uninsured rates of 7.3% for males and 8.0% for females. Seniors aged 65 and older, who are typically covered by Medicare, have uninsured rates of 0.4% for males and 0.5% for females. These age groups generally have higher coverage rates due to public programs.

In Arkansas, 96.2% of the population are U.S. citizens. This includes native-born citizens and naturalized citizens. Out of a total population of 3,088,354 people, 2,971,345 are U.S. citizens.

Arkansas has 63,100 naturalized U.S. citizens, representing 2.0% of the total population. These are foreign-born individuals who have gone through the naturalization process to become U.S. citizens.

The nativity and citizenship breakdown for Arkansas is: 93.4% were born in the United States, 0.1% were born in Puerto Rico or U.S. Island Areas, 0.7% were born abroad of American parent(s), 2.0% are foreign-born naturalized U.S. citizens, and 3.8% are foreign-born non-citizens.

In Arkansas, 88.4% of workers commute by car, truck, or van, making it the most common means of transportation to work. Out of 1,386,650 total workers, 1,225,767 use personal vehicles for their commute.

3,953 workers in Arkansas use public transportation (excluding taxicabs) to commute to work, representing 0.3% of all workers. This includes buses, subways, light rail, commuter trains, and ferries.

Alternative commute methods in Arkansas include: 8.6% work from home, 1.1% walk to work, 0.2% bicycle, and 1.4% use other means such as taxicabs or motorcycles. These alternatives to driving alone help reduce traffic congestion and environmental impact.

"Class of worker" refers to the type of employer or work arrangement for employed civilians aged 16 and over in Arkansas. It categorizes workers into private sector (for-profit and non-profit), government (local, state, and federal), self-employed, and unpaid family workers. This classification helps understand the employment structure and economic composition of the workforce.

According to the American Community Survey, Arkansas has 1,399,240 employed civilians aged 16 and over. The private for-profit sector employs the largest share of workers, with 39.0% of male workers and 30.5% of female workers in this category.

In Arkansas, there are 89,114 male government workers and 129,734 female government workers. Government employment includes local, state, and federal positions. This represents 6.4% of male workers and 9.3% of female workers.

Self-employment in Arkansas includes 48,444 males (3.5%) and 37,737 females (2.7%). Self-employed workers operate their own businesses that are not legally incorporated.

In Arkansas, 111,766 households (8.96% of all households) received SNAP/Food Stamps benefits in the past 12 months. Out of 1,246,754 total households, these families rely on this federal nutrition assistance program to help purchase food.

Of the SNAP-receiving households in Arkansas, 47,348 (42.36%) have children under 18 years. These families face additional nutritional needs and food security challenges as they work to provide adequate nutrition for growing children.

SNAP recipients in Arkansas include diverse household types. Among households with children, 24,711 (22.11%) are headed by a female householder with no spouse present, while 17,234 (15.42%) are married-couple families. The program also serves households without children, including seniors, disabled individuals, and working adults facing economic challenges.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps, is a federal program that provides nutrition assistance to low-income individuals and families. Eligibility is based on household income, resources, and size. In Arkansas, SNAP helps eligible households purchase nutritious food at authorized retailers. The program aims to alleviate hunger and improve nutrition and health outcomes for vulnerable populations.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey, there are 176,468 civilian veterans aged 18 and over living in Arkansas. These individuals have served on active duty in the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard. This number does not include those with only National Guard or Reserves training without active duty service.

The most common period of military service for veterans in Arkansas is Vietnam Era Only, with 58,869 veterans (33.4% of all veterans) who served during this period. The second most common period is Between Gulf War & Vietnam, with 27,578 veterans (15.6%).

"Period of service" categorizes veterans based on when they served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces. Major periods include World War II (December 1941-December 1946), the Korean War (July 1950-January 1955), the Vietnam Era (August 1964-April 1975), the Gulf War (August 1990-August 2001), and Post-9/11 (September 2001 or later). Veterans may have served during multiple periods. Understanding the distribution of service periods helps communities in Arkansas provide appropriate services and support to their veteran population.

Veterans who served during the Gulf War era (1990-2001) and Post-9/11 era (2001-present) represent approximately 54.2% of all veterans in Arkansas. These more recent-era veterans, totaling around 95,638 individuals, often have different service experiences and support needs compared to veterans of earlier conflicts. They may benefit from targeted programs addressing issues such as transition to civilian life, employment assistance, and access to VA healthcare services.

In Arkansas, 90,889 families (11.3% of all families) live below the federal poverty line. This means their household income is less than 100% of the poverty threshold established by the U.S. Census Bureau, which varies by family size and composition. Out of 806,922 total families, these households face significant economic challenges meeting basic needs.

"Income-to-poverty ratio" measures how a family's income compares to the federal poverty threshold. A ratio of 1.00 (100%) means the family's income equals the poverty line. Below 1.00 indicates poverty, while ratios above 1.00 show income levels relative to poverty. For example, a ratio of 2.00 (200%) means the family earns twice the poverty threshold. In Arkansas, this data helps identify not just families in poverty, but also those who are economically vulnerable despite being above the official poverty line.

Beyond families living in poverty, Arkansas has 289,920 families (35.9%) with incomes between 100% and 199% of the poverty level. These families are often called 'near poverty' or low-income households. Specifically, 109,301 families (13.5%) have incomes between 100% and 149% of poverty. While technically above the poverty line, these families often struggle with housing costs, healthcare, childcare, and other expenses, making them economically vulnerable.

In Arkansas, 39,668 families (4.9%) live in extreme poverty, with incomes below 50% of the federal poverty threshold. These families face severe economic hardship and often require comprehensive assistance programs. On the other end of the spectrum, 426,113 families (52.8%) have incomes at least 200% above the poverty level, indicating greater financial stability and economic security.