Arkansas

#33 in USSouth

The Natural State Ā· Arkansas (AR) has a population of 3,067,732 people, making it the #33 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Little Rock and the largest city is Little Rock.

Population

3.1M

#33 of 51

Area

53,179 mi²

137,733 km²

Density

22/km²

58/mi²

Capital

Little Rock

Median Income

$59K

Below national avg

Unemployment

4.2%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

38.9

US Share

0.92%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

3,011,524

2023 Estimate

3,067,732

Change

+56,208 (+1.9%)

Race & Ethnicity

White68.9%
Hispanic/Latino9.1%
Black14.4%
Asian1.7%
Two or More Races11.5%
American Indian/Alaska Native0.6%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander0.5%
Other2.6%

Age Distribution

Under 1822.9%
18 to 6459.2%
65 and over18.0%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$58,700
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
Bachelor's Degree+
26.2%

Largest Cities in Arkansas

Little RockFort SmithFayettevilleSpringdaleJonesboro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Arkansas?

Arkansas has a population of 3,067,732 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #33 among all US states by population, representing 0.92% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Arkansas?

The capital of Arkansas is Little Rock. The largest cities include Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville.

What is the median household income in Arkansas?

The median household income in Arkansas is $58,700, below the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Arkansas growing?

Arkansas has grown 1.9% since the 2020 Census, from 3,011,524 to 3,067,732.

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