Arkansas County Snapshots

Get to know Arkansas, one county at a time

Decorative figure of Arkansas divided by county linesOur Arkansas County Snapshots provide an easy to read look at the people, communities, and economies of all 75 counties. Each snapshot highlights:

  • Population and demographics: Current and historical population figures, median age, age groups, race, and ethnicity
  • Housing: Homeownership rates, median home values, monthly homeowner costs, and rent
  • Income and employment: Household income, per capita income, poverty, unemployment, and labor force participation
  • Business and local industry: Jobs, annual payroll, employment change, and the five largest industries by economic output
  • Education, community, and health: Educational attainment, broadband access, commute time, disability, and health insurance coverage

The snapshots bring together information from four trusted sources: the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis FRED, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Local Area Unemployment Statistics, and IMPLAN.

Whether you are a community leader, economic development professional, Extension employee, public official, researcher, business owner, or resident, these snapshots can help you better understand local conditions and make informed decisions.

The Arkansas County Snapshots are updated annually with the latest available information about each county.

 

Contact

Frank Seo, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor – Rural Development
Community, Professional and Economic Development
University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture

Email: fseo@uada.edu 
Phone: 501-671-2083