Total Population
3,086,841
Population
Growth Rate
0.62%
Median Age
39
Diversity Index
50.100
State of Arkansas
State of Arkansas
Population
Quality of Life
A Diverse and Vibrant Culture
With a four-season, temperate climate and stunning natural attractions, Arkansas is one of the world’s foremost destinations for hunting, fishing, and the silent sports, who enjoy more than 3 million acres of public lands.
In the state’s urban areas, including Little Rock (which was ranked by Kiplingers as the number one place to live in small to midsized cities), residents enjoy twenty-first century amenities, including a thriving arts scene.
To learn more about our quality of life and our natural and cultural amenities, visit www.arkansas.com.
Housing & Income
Households
1,215,274
Total Housing Units
1,408,848
Owner Occupied
793,509
Renter Occupied
421,765
Vacant
193,574
Median Home Value
$135,501
Average Home Value
$172,900
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.63%
Per Capita Income
2.63%
Income Projection
Median Household
$47,076 $52,492
Average Household
$65,605 $74,690
Per Capita
$25,925 $29,519
Workforce
Total Businesses
107,510
Total Employed
1,349,854
Workers 16+
1,274,750
Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
17,177
Employed
202,968
HealthCare/Social Assist
Businesses
8,944
Employed
198,122
Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
3,051
Employed
165,856
Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
3,619
Employed
134,672
Accommodation/Food Service
Businesses
7,577
Employed
114,115
Food Service/Drinking Estab
Businesses
6,027
Employed
95,336
Some
High School
179,342
Graduated
High School
583,569
Associates
Degree
156,289
Bachelor's
Degree
325,384
Graduate
Degree
182,927
Average Commute Time
22 min.
Resident Commuters
951,739
Non-Resident Commuters
275,986
Drive Alone
1,055,112
Carpooled
133,980
Public
4,631
Work At Home
43,457
