Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 13.3% ▲ 33% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.5% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 206 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,610 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 4,544 (17.5%) |
| Associates | 5,165 (19.9%) |
| Bachelors | 3,019 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,411 (17%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,151 ▼ 30% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $168,569 ▼ 40% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $718/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 18,479 |
| Vacant Units | 2,458 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Boone County is located in Arkansas and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 39,946 residents. With a median age of 41.21, it is a middle-aged county.
Boone County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $53,151 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Boone County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $168,569 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $717. Homeownership rates are high at 71.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Boone County are primarily White (92.92%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Boone County, AR is a working-class area in Arkansas. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72611 | Alpena | 1,783 | $37,212 | $106,900 | $790 | 4.1% | 15.7% |
| 72630 | Diamond City | 123 | $53,750 | $128,400 | $1,097 | 0.0% | 14.3% |
| 72633 | Everton | 1,976 | $63,514 | $154,300 | $676 | 4.1% | 28.8% |
| 72601 | Harrison | 30,180 | $54,059 | $176,500 | $719 | 4.1% | 30.2% |
| 72644 | Lead Hill | 2,640 | $42,434 | $99,800 | $819 | 6.1% | 30.1% |
| 72662 | Omaha | 2,935 | $57,115 | $204,700 | $580 | 1.2% | 20.0% |
| 72682 | Valley Springs | 276 | $42,750 | $93,400 | — | 0.0% | 14.6% |