Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 23.8% ▲ 138% above avg |
| College Grads | 20.1% ▼ 48% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 242 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,310 (51.4%) |
| Some College | 1,567 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 1,691 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 868 (7.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,600 (13%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $44,409 ▼ 42% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $93,241 ▼ 67% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $643/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,657 |
| Vacant Units | 2,239 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Ashley County is located in Arkansas and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 19,434 residents. With a median age of 41.85, it is a middle-aged county.
Ashley County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $44,409 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 23.8% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Ashley County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $93,241 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $642. Homeownership rates are high at 73.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Ashley County are majority White (68.31%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 20.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Ashley County, AR is a working-class area in Arkansas. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71635 | Crossett | 10,368 | $48,268 | $93,500 | $647 | 5.8% | 23.1% |
| 71642 | Fountain Hill | 834 | $55,313 | $175,800 | — | 7.7% | 24.0% |
| 71646 | Hamburg | 6,683 | $38,707 | $91,700 | $638 | 5.9% | 15.7% |
| 71658 | Montrose | 398 | $42,708 | $52,800 | — | 13.2% | 18.0% |
| 71661 | Parkdale | 121 | $30,625 | $60,000 | — | 0.0% | 5.3% |
| 71663 | Portland | 507 | $45,833 | $64,900 | $620 | 0.0% | 31.4% |
| 71676 | Wilmot | 523 | $26,500 | $42,100 | — | 10.6% | 3.4% |