Texarkana, Arkansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Texarkana, Arkansas is 29,343 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 16th-largest city in Arkansas. The median household income is $47,930, the median home value is $162,700, and the median age is 38.4.
The population has declined 3.6% since 2010 (29,976 → 28,897).
29,343
Population
699
People / sq mi
$47,930
Median Income
$162,700
Median Home Value
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Texarkana covers 42.0 sq mi of land at 699 people per square mile.
About Texarkana, AR
Texarkana is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 65.6% of the population. With 29,343 residents, Texarkana is a city in Arkansas. It ranks #16 among cities in Arkansas by population.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $47,930, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 16.7%, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $162,700, with typical rent around $893.
College attainment is 16.7%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (4.0%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Texarkana, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Texarkana city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Texarkana city had a population of 29,976 in 2010 and 28,897 in 2024, a -3.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 30,117 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: -0.26%.
28,897
Population (2024)
29,976
Population (2010)
30,117
Peak (2015)
-0.26%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 29,976 |
| 2011 | 30,104 |
| 2012 | 30,008 |
| 2013 | 29,870 |
| 2014 | 29,906 |
| 2015 | 30,117 |
| 2016 | 30,048 |
| 2017 | 30,042 |
| 2018 | 29,749 |
| 2019 | 29,657 |
| 2020 | 29,380 |
| 2021 | 29,218 |
| 2022 | 29,254 |
| 2023 | 29,139 |
| 2024 | 28,897 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 57.6% |
| Black or African American | 35.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$47,930
Median Household Income
$28,154
Per Capita Income
16.7%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$162,700
Median Home Value
$893
Median Rent
56.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.9%
High School+
16.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
81.1%
Public Transit
4.0%
Work From Home
18.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
65.6%
Foreign Born
97.2%
Non-English at Home
7.0%
Veterans
19.7%
With Disability
87.9%
Health Insurance
91.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.5% |
| Manufacturing | 15.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.2% |
| Public Administration | 8.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.8% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Construction | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Information | 3.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Texarkana, Arkansas has a population of 29,343 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 16th-largest city in Arkansas.
The median household income in Texarkana, Arkansas is $47,930, with 16.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Texarkana, Arkansas is $162,700, with median monthly rent at $893 and a homeownership rate of 56.5%.
The median age in Texarkana, Arkansas is 38.4 years. The population is 48.7% male and 51.3% female.
The population has declined 3.6% since 2010 (29,976 → 28,897).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.