Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 18.6% ▲ 86% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.9% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.4% ▲ 71% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 172 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,313 (34.9%) |
| Some College | 2,180 (17.7%) |
| Associates | 2,457 (19.9%) |
| Bachelors | 900 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,320 (18.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,180 ▼ 34% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,758 ▼ 53% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $729/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,721 |
| Vacant Units | 1,758 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Polk County is located in Arkansas and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 19,497 residents. With a median age of 44.06, it is a middle-aged county.
Polk County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,180 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 8.4%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Polk County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $129,758 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $728. Homeownership rates are high at 82.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Polk County are primarily White (86.81%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 25.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Polk 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71937 | Cove | 2,012 | $40,167 | $109,600 | $738 | 15.8% | 18.6% |
| 71944 | Grannis | 924 | $73,750 | $83,700 | $779 | 1.3% | 23.5% |
| 71945 | Hatfield | 1,455 | $37,622 | $105,800 | $669 | 10.2% | 23.9% |
| 71953 | Mena | 13,412 | $52,355 | $144,200 | $743 | 8.1% | 27.4% |
| 71972 | Vandervoort | 435 | $67,250 | $81,500 | — | 1.8% | 20.1% |
| 71973 | Wickes | 1,259 | $34,330 | $86,300 | $596 | 5.3% | 27.6% |