Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 17.6% ▲ 76% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.5% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.0% ▲ 43% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 89 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,894 (43.5%) |
| Some College | 1,130 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 1,194 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 809 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,837 (20.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,578 ▼ 35% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $146,846 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $705/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,003 |
| Vacant Units | 1,231 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Howard County is located in Arkansas and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 14,477 residents. With a median age of 40.76, it is a middle-aged county.
Howard County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,577 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Howard County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $146,846 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $705. Homeownership rates are high at 72.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Howard County are majority White (67.37%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Howard County, AR is a working-class area in Arkansas. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71833 | Dierks | 1,830 | $31,759 | $105,600 | $612 | 8.5% | 39.1% |
| 71851 | Mineral Springs | 1,822 | $61,250 | $115,200 | $810 | 4.2% | 17.3% |
| 71852 | Nashville | 10,088 | $49,971 | $157,200 | $703 | 6.4% | 30.5% |
| 71859 | Saratoga | 179 | $63,060 | $187,900 | — | 0.0% | 63.9% |
| 71971 | Umpire | 558 | $58,462 | $185,100 | — | 24.9% | 7.6% |