Russellville, Arkansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Russellville, Arkansas is 29,057 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest city in Arkansas. The median household income is $48,708, the median home value is $166,500, and the median age is 30.4.
The population has grown 3.8% since 2010 (28,373 → 29,442).
29,057
Population
1027
People / sq mi
$48,708
Median Income
$166,500
Median Home Value
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Russellville covers 28.3 sq mi of land at 1027 people per square mile.
About Russellville, AR
Age is the most distinctive thing about Russellville: a median age of 30.4, younger than the national median. Russellville is a city in Arkansas with a population of 29,057. It ranks #18 among cities in Arkansas by population.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $48,708, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 15.2%, above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $166,500, with typical rent around $835.
Roughly 29.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 4.7%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
Russellville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Russellville city had a population of 28,373 in 2010 and 29,442 in 2024, a 3.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 29,442 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.27%.
29,442
Population (2024)
28,373
Population (2010)
29,442
Peak (2024)
0.27%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,373 |
| 2011 | 28,677 |
| 2012 | 28,603 |
| 2013 | 28,678 |
| 2014 | 29,089 |
| 2015 | 29,300 |
| 2016 | 29,352 |
| 2017 | 29,149 |
| 2018 | 28,968 |
| 2019 | 29,175 |
| 2020 | 28,948 |
| 2021 | 28,980 |
| 2022 | 29,084 |
| 2023 | 29,371 |
| 2024 | 29,442 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 75.1% |
| Black or African American | 4.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$48,708
Median Household Income
$26,829
Per Capita Income
15.2%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$166,500
Median Home Value
$835
Median Rent
57.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.9%
High School+
29.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
76.3%
Public Transit
4.7%
Work From Home
15.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
31.6%
Foreign Born
84.0%
Non-English at Home
5.4%
Veterans
19.0%
With Disability
92.2%
Health Insurance
92.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.2% |
| Manufacturing | 19.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.1% |
| Retail Trade | 7.3% |
| Construction | 6.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.4% |
| Information | 3.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.3% |
| Public Administration | 2.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Russellville, Arkansas has a population of 29,057 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest city in Arkansas.
The median household income in Russellville, Arkansas is $48,708, with 15.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Russellville, Arkansas is $166,500, with median monthly rent at $835 and a homeownership rate of 57.8%.
The median age in Russellville, Arkansas is 30.4 years. The population is 48.2% male and 51.8% female.
The population has grown 3.8% since 2010 (28,373 → 29,442).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.