Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 14.1% ▲ 41% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.7% ▼ 49% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 147 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,041 (50.4%) |
| Some College | 1,482 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 1,350 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 457 (4.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,532 (15.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,851 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $172,122 ▼ 38% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $641/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,288 |
| Vacant Units | 1,274 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Madison County is located in Arkansas and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,183 residents. With a median age of 40.72, it is a middle-aged county.
Madison County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,850 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Madison County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $172,122 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $641. Homeownership rates are high at 81.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Madison County are primarily White (73.85%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 19.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Madison County, AR is a solidly middle-class area in Arkansas. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72738 | Hindsville | 2,181 | $84,408 | $231,600 | $705 | 4.3% | 24.2% |
| 72740 | Huntsville | 10,226 | $55,500 | $165,600 | $614 | 4.8% | 18.8% |
| 72742 | Kingston | 481 | $87,662 | — | — | 0.0% | 7.1% |
| 72752 | Pettigrew | 199 | $61,563 | $120,600 | — | 0.0% | 50.8% |
| 72760 | Saint Paul | 207 | $73,871 | $175,400 | — | 4.9% | 8.9% |
| 72773 | Wesley | 1,463 | $56,133 | $140,400 | $736 | 6.6% | 20.1% |
| 72776 | Witter | 538 | $22,212 | — | — | 0.0% | 12.7% |