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Mountain Home, Arkansas Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Mountain Home, Arkansas is 13,021 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 32nd-largest city in Arkansas. The median household income is $42,103, the median home value is $160,200, and the median age is 43.0.

The population has grown 7.2% since 2010 (12,454 → 13,348).

13,021

Population

1084

People / sq mi

$42,103

Median Income

$160,200

Median Home Value

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Mountain Home covers 12.0 sq mi of land at 1084 people per square mile.

About Mountain Home, AR

Among US cities, Mountain Home stands out first on household income: a median of $42,103, below the US median of $78,538. Mountain Home is a city in Arkansas with a population of 13,021. It ranks #32 among cities in Arkansas by population.

Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $42,103, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.3%, close to the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $160,200, with typical rent around $857.

Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 20.0% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, 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 11 minutes each way.

Mountain Home city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Mountain Home city had a population of 12,454 in 2010 and 13,348 in 2024, a 7.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,348 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.50%.

2024 · 13K20102024
Mountain Home city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

13,348

Population (2024)

12,454

Population (2010)

13,348

Peak (2024)

0.50%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201012,454
201112,390
201212,285
201312,215
201412,225
201512,277
201612,288
201712,325
201812,468
201912,569
202012,841
202113,001
202213,111
202313,237
202413,348

Race & Ethnicity

White93.2%
Black or African American0.5%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$42,103

Median Household Income

$32,012

Per Capita Income

12.3%

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$160,200

Median Home Value

$857

Median Rent

60.1%

Owner-Occupied

Education

89.0%

High School+

20.0%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

75.4%

Public Transit

5.6%

Work From Home

11.2 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

57.7%

Foreign Born

96.2%

Non-English at Home

10.6%

Veterans

27.0%

With Disability

91.8%

Health Insurance

92.6%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management24.4%
Manufacturing18.4%
Construction7.6%
Information6.1%
Education, Health Care & Social Services5.8%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate4.0%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services3.6%
Public Administration2.1%
Retail Trade1.6%
Transportation & Warehousing1.4%
Agriculture & Mining0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mountain Home, Arkansas has a population of 13,021 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 32nd-largest city in Arkansas.

The median household income in Mountain Home, Arkansas is $42,103, with 12.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Mountain Home, Arkansas is $160,200, with median monthly rent at $857 and a homeownership rate of 60.1%.

The median age in Mountain Home, Arkansas is 43.0 years. The population is 46.8% male and 53.2% female.

The population has grown 7.2% since 2010 (12,454 → 13,348).


Mountain Home city, AR Climate

Mountain Home city, AR has an average annual temperature of 14.3°C (58°F) and receives about 1113 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

14.3°C

Avg Temp

1113

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Mountain Home city, AR — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January1° / 34°60 mm
February4° / 40°74 mm
March9° / 49°110 mm
April14° / 58°104 mm
May19° / 66°123 mm
June23° / 74°100 mm
July26° / 79°72 mm
August25° / 78°82 mm
September21° / 71°100 mm
October15° / 60°84 mm
November9° / 48°108 mm
December3° / 38°96 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 Mountain Home city, AR

The most comfortable months to visit Mountain Home city, AR are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°C low). May is usually the wettest month.

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.