Benton County, Arkansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 2nd-largest in Arkansas
The population of Benton County, Arkansas is 294,541 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 2nd-largest county in Arkansas. The median household income is $89,879, the median home value is $285,100, and the median age is 35.8.
The population of Benton County has grown 44.5% since 2010 (222,601 → 321,566), a +2.66% annualized rate.
294,541
Population
+2.66%
Annual growth
347
People / sq mi
$89,879
Median Income
$285,100
Median Home Value
Benton County covers 848 sq mi of land at 347.4 people per square mile.
About Benton County, AR
Benton County is a county in Arkansas with a population of 294,541. It ranks #2 among counties in Arkansas by population. The median age is 35.8, younger than the national median. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
The median household income in Benton County is $89,879, above the US median of $74,580. 5.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $285,100, with monthly rent averaging $1,193. The homeownership rate of 67.2% is close to the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Benton County reflects 36.6% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 14.6% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 21.1 minutes each way.
Benton County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Benton County had a population of 222,601 in 2010 and 321,566 in 2024, a 44.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 321,566 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.66%.
321,566
Population (2024)
222,601
Population (2010)
321,566
Peak (2024)
2.66%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 222,601 |
| 2011 | 229,208 |
| 2012 | 235,010 |
| 2013 | 239,559 |
| 2014 | 244,962 |
| 2015 | 251,759 |
| 2016 | 259,497 |
| 2017 | 266,882 |
| 2018 | 272,560 |
| 2019 | 279,835 |
| 2020 | 286,621 |
| 2021 | 294,168 |
| 2022 | 303,558 |
| 2023 | 312,248 |
| 2024 | 321,566 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.0% |
| Black or African American | 1.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
35.8
Median Age
49.8%
Female
50.2%
Male
13.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 21.3% · Seniors (65+): 13.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $89,879+$31,106 vs state |
| Mean household income | $121,779 |
| Per-capita income | $45,335 |
| Poverty rate | 5.7%-5.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 64.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Benton County is professional & business services, accounting for 17.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
0.9%
Carpool
75.5%
Public transit
14.6%
Work from home
21.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$285,100+$109,800 vs state
Median home value
$1,193
Median rent
67.2%
Homeownership rate
118,496
Total housing units
90.9%
Occupied
9.1%
Vacant
32.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.2%
With health insurance
96.5%
With broadband internet
45.8%
Foreign-born
6.5%
Veterans (18+)
10.2%
With a disability
84.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.6%
High School+
36.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Benton County, Arkansas has a population of 294,541 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 2nd-largest county in Arkansas. Population density is 347 people per square mile.
The population of Benton County has grown 44.5% since 2010 (222,601 → 321,566), a +2.66% annualized rate.
The median household income in Benton County, Arkansas is $89,879, with mean (average) household income of $121,779 and per-capita income of $45,335. 5.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Benton County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (66.0%), Hispanic or Latino (3.6%), Black or African American (1.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Benton County, Arkansas is 35.8 years. Residents are 49.8% female and 50.2% male.
The median home value in Benton County is $285,100 and median monthly rent is $1,193. 67.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 118,496 total housing units, 9.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Benton County, Arkansas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 17.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.
Little Rock is among the largest cities associated with Benton County, Arkansas, with a population of 202,739.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.