Jacksonville, Arkansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Jacksonville, Arkansas is 29,285 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 17th-largest city in Arkansas. The median household income is $46,947, the median home value is $155,300, and the median age is 32.5.
The population has grown 2.6% since 2010 (28,401 → 29,129).
29,285
Population
1021
People / sq mi
$46,947
Median Income
$155,300
Median Home Value
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Jacksonville covers 28.7 sq mi of land at 1021 people per square mile.
About Jacksonville, AR
What sets Jacksonville apart is money: median household income runs $46,947, below the US median of $78,538. With 29,285 residents, Jacksonville is a city in Arkansas. It ranks #17 among cities in Arkansas by population.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $46,947, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 13.7%, above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $155,300, with typical rent around $913.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 23.5%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 8.0%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Jacksonville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Jacksonville city had a population of 28,401 in 2010 and 29,129 in 2024, a 2.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 29,504 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.19%.
29,129
Population (2024)
28,401
Population (2010)
29,504
Peak (2020)
0.19%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,401 |
| 2011 | 28,789 |
| 2012 | 28,674 |
| 2013 | 28,850 |
| 2014 | 28,745 |
| 2015 | 28,689 |
| 2016 | 28,645 |
| 2017 | 28,506 |
| 2018 | 28,266 |
| 2019 | 28,235 |
| 2020 | 29,504 |
| 2021 | 29,233 |
| 2022 | 29,154 |
| 2023 | 29,072 |
| 2024 | 29,129 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 38.7% |
| Black or African American | 47.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$46,947
Median Household Income
$27,273
Per Capita Income
13.7%
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$155,300
Median Home Value
$913
Median Rent
49.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.9%
High School+
23.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
74.2%
Public Transit
8.0%
Work From Home
19.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
31.4%
Foreign Born
93.0%
Non-English at Home
11.6%
Veterans
18.1%
With Disability
85.7%
Health Insurance
94.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.9% |
| Retail Trade | 8.2% |
| Public Administration | 8.0% |
| Information | 7.2% |
| Manufacturing | 6.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.1% |
| Construction | 6.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jacksonville, Arkansas has a population of 29,285 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 17th-largest city in Arkansas.
The median household income in Jacksonville, Arkansas is $46,947, with 13.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Jacksonville, Arkansas is $155,300, with median monthly rent at $913 and a homeownership rate of 49.4%.
The median age in Jacksonville, Arkansas is 32.5 years. The population is 47.1% male and 52.9% female.
The population has grown 2.6% since 2010 (28,401 → 29,129).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.