Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 19.3% ▲ 93% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.8% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 489 (6.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,753 (36.1%) |
| Some College | 1,117 (14.6%) |
| Associates | 1,542 (20.2%) |
| Bachelors | 676 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,049 (13.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,995 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $112,493 ▼ 60% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $761/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,791 |
| Vacant Units | 1,078 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Sevier County is located in Arkansas and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 15,852 residents. With a median age of 34.92, it is a relatively young county.
Sevier County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,995 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 19.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Sevier County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $112,493 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $760. Homeownership rates are high at 65.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Sevier County are majority White (53.75%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 22.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Sevier 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71823 | Ben Lomond | 101 | $45,313 | $98,300 | — | 0.0% | 53.9% |
| 71832 | De Queen | 10,178 | $50,497 | $106,700 | $715 | 4.2% | 23.5% |
| 71841 | Gillham | 655 | $36,250 | $53,800 | $971 | 8.1% | 11.6% |
| 71842 | Horatio | 2,018 | $56,543 | $159,600 | $911 | 3.4% | 22.5% |
| 71846 | Lockesburg | 2,900 | $52,411 | $113,800 | $770 | 7.6% | 22.1% |