Batesville, Arkansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Batesville, Arkansas is 11,385 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 34th-largest city in Arkansas. The median household income is $54,424, the median home value is $159,200, and the median age is 35.7.
The population has grown 11.5% since 2010 (10,352 → 11,539).
11,385
Population
982
People / sq mi
$54,424
Median Income
$159,200
Median Home Value
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Batesville covers 11.6 sq mi of land at 982 people per square mile.
About Batesville, AR
The poverty rate is what most separates Batesville from the typical city: 22.4% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 11,385 residents, Batesville is a city in Arkansas. It ranks #34 among cities in Arkansas by population.
The typical household earns $54,424, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 22.4%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $159,200, with typical rent around $821.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 20.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 5.6%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 13 minutes each way.
The elevated poverty rate is the context for the rest of the profile in Batesville: it pulls on median income, housing tenure, and the share of residents with a college degree.
Batesville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Batesville city had a population of 10,352 in 2010 and 11,539 in 2024, a 11.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,558 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 0.78%.
11,539
Population (2024)
10,352
Population (2010)
11,558
Peak (2023)
0.78%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,352 |
| 2011 | 10,322 |
| 2012 | 10,352 |
| 2013 | 10,356 |
| 2014 | 10,537 |
| 2015 | 10,563 |
| 2016 | 10,589 |
| 2017 | 10,649 |
| 2018 | 10,842 |
| 2019 | 10,878 |
| 2020 | 11,199 |
| 2021 | 11,478 |
| 2022 | 11,475 |
| 2023 | 11,558 |
| 2024 | 11,539 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.1% |
| Black or African American | 3.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$54,424
Median Household Income
$28,001
Per Capita Income
22.4%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$159,200
Median Home Value
$821
Median Rent
50.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
85.3%
High School+
20.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
79.0%
Public Transit
5.6%
Work From Home
12.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
31.2%
Foreign Born
86.0%
Non-English at Home
6.7%
Veterans
21.9%
With Disability
87.8%
Health Insurance
85.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.3% |
| Manufacturing | 21.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.0% |
| Retail Trade | 5.2% |
| Construction | 5.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 4.0% |
| Information | 3.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.7% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Batesville, Arkansas has a population of 11,385 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 34th-largest city in Arkansas.
The median household income in Batesville, Arkansas is $54,424, with 22.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Batesville, Arkansas is $159,200, with median monthly rent at $821 and a homeownership rate of 50.1%.
The median age in Batesville, Arkansas is 35.7 years. The population is 50.8% male and 49.2% female.
The population has grown 11.5% since 2010 (10,352 → 11,539).
Batesville city, AR Climate
Batesville city, AR has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F) and receives about 1209 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.3°C
Avg Temp
1209
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 36° | 73 mm |
| February | 6° / 42° | 85 mm |
| March | 11° / 51° | 125 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 118 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 129 mm |
| June | 24° / 76° | 82 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 87 mm |
| August | 26° / 79° | 84 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 106 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 91 mm |
| November | 10° / 49° | 118 mm |
| December | 5° / 40° | 111 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Batesville city, AR
The most comfortable months to visit Batesville city, AR are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.