Hot Springs, Arkansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hot Springs, Arkansas is 38,023 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest city in Arkansas. The median household income is $46,441, the median home value is $156,900, and the median age is 45.1.
The population has grown 0.1% since 2010 (37,949 → 37,971).
38,023
Population
1012
People / sq mi
$46,441
Median Income
$156,900
Median Home Value
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Hot Springs covers 37.6 sq mi of land at 1012 people per square mile.
About Hot Springs, AR
Among US cities, Hot Springs stands out first on household income: a median of $46,441, below the US median of $78,538. Hot Springs is a city in Arkansas with a population of 38,023. It ranks #11 among cities in Arkansas by population.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $46,441, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 13.7%, above the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $156,900, with typical rent around $902.
Roughly 27.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.6% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Hot Springs city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hot Springs city had a population of 37,949 in 2010 and 37,971 in 2024, a 0.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 38,797 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.01%.
37,971
Population (2024)
37,949
Population (2010)
38,797
Peak (2019)
0.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 37,949 |
| 2011 | 38,214 |
| 2012 | 38,211 |
| 2013 | 38,422 |
| 2014 | 38,414 |
| 2015 | 38,386 |
| 2016 | 38,524 |
| 2017 | 38,474 |
| 2018 | 38,640 |
| 2019 | 38,797 |
| 2020 | 37,937 |
| 2021 | 37,877 |
| 2022 | 37,931 |
| 2023 | 37,906 |
| 2024 | 37,971 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.2% |
| Black or African American | 16.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$46,441
Median Household Income
$29,736
Per Capita Income
13.7%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$156,900
Median Home Value
$902
Median Rent
57.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.3%
High School+
27.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
77.7%
Public Transit
5.6%
Work From Home
17.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
38.6%
Foreign Born
88.0%
Non-English at Home
8.4%
Veterans
23.0%
With Disability
87.1%
Health Insurance
91.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 16.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 8.2% |
| Manufacturing | 7.5% |
| Construction | 4.9% |
| Information | 3.3% |
| Retail Trade | 3.2% |
| Public Administration | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hot Springs, Arkansas has a population of 38,023 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest city in Arkansas.
The median household income in Hot Springs, Arkansas is $46,441, with 13.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hot Springs, Arkansas is $156,900, with median monthly rent at $902 and a homeownership rate of 57.0%.
The median age in Hot Springs, Arkansas is 45.1 years. The population is 46.6% male and 53.4% female.
The population has grown 0.1% since 2010 (37,949 → 37,971).
Hot Springs city, AR Climate
Hot Springs city, AR has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F) and receives about 1417 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.5°C
Avg Temp
1417
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 40° | 84 mm |
| February | 7° / 45° | 100 mm |
| March | 12° / 53° | 138 mm |
| April | 16° / 62° | 137 mm |
| May | 21° / 69° | 154 mm |
| June | 25° / 77° | 114 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 118 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 87 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 106 mm |
| October | 17° / 63° | 109 mm |
| November | 11° / 52° | 142 mm |
| December | 6° / 43° | 128 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 Hot Springs city, AR
The most comfortable months to visit Hot Springs city, AR are typically September, May and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -1°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.