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Population Review

Dallas County, Arkansas Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 72nd-largest in Arkansas

The population of Dallas County, Arkansas is 6,351 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 72nd-largest county in Arkansas. The median household income is $44,694, the median home value is $98,200, and the median age is 44.5.

The population of Dallas County has declined 24.7% since 2010 (8,066 → 6,076), a -2.00% annualized rate.

Dallas County within Arkansas · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

6,351

Population

-2.00%

Annual growth

10

People / sq mi

$44,694

Median Income

$98,200

Median Home Value

Dallas County covers 667 sq mi of land at 9.5 people per square mile.

About Dallas County, AR

Dallas County is a county in Arkansas with a population of 6,351. It ranks #72 among counties in Arkansas by population. The median age is 44.5, older than the national median. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.

The median household income in Dallas County is $44,694, below the US median of $74,580. 9.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $98,200, with monthly rent averaging $626. The homeownership rate of 71.2% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Dallas County reflects 11.1% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 1.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 20.1 minutes each way.

Dallas County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Dallas County had a population of 8,066 in 2010 and 6,076 in 2024, a -24.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 8,066 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.99%.

2010 · 8K20102024

6,076

Population (2024)

8,066

Population (2010)

8,066

Peak (2010)

-1.99%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20108,066
20118,056
20127,954
20137,896
20147,698
20157,539
20167,401
20177,312
20187,106
20196,951
20206,441
20216,307
20226,197
20236,187
20246,076

Race & Ethnicity

White52.9%
Black or African American43.8%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.3%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

44.5

Median Age

49.8%

Female

50.2%

Male

25.0%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.0%
5–9
4.8%
10–14
5.0%
15–19
7.4%
20–24
5.4%
25–34
11.2%
35–44
11.4%
45–54
9.9%
55–59
7.7%
60–64
7.2%
65–74
14.6%
75–84
6.1%
85+
4.3%

Children (under 15): 14.8% · Seniors (65+): 25.0%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$44,694$-14,079 vs state
Mean household income$60,225
Per-capita income$27,474
Poverty rate9.5%-2.0% vs state
Unemployment rate4.5%
Employment-to-population48.0%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
28.9%
Manufacturing
24.7%
Public administration
7.2%
Education & health care
6.7%
Retail trade
6.5%
Information
6.0%
Finance & real estate
4.4%
Agriculture
4.2%

The largest employment sector in Dallas County is professional & business services, accounting for 28.9% of workers.

How residents commute

0.2%

Drive alone

3.7%

Carpool

83.6%

Public transit

1.2%

Work from home

20.1 min

Avg commute

Housing

$98,200$-77,100 vs state

Median home value

$626

Median rent

71.2%

Homeownership rate

3,490

Total housing units

69.5%

Occupied

30.5%

Vacant

28.8%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

95.3%

With health insurance

76.0%

With broadband internet

13.8%

Foreign-born

7.2%

Veterans (18+)

31.8%

With a disability

98.6%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

89.0%

High School+

11.1%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dallas County, Arkansas has a population of 6,351 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 72nd-largest county in Arkansas. Population density is 10 people per square mile.

The population of Dallas County has declined 24.7% since 2010 (8,066 → 6,076), a -2.00% annualized rate.

The median household income in Dallas County, Arkansas is $44,694, with mean (average) household income of $60,225 and per-capita income of $27,474. 9.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Dallas County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (52.9%), Black or African American (43.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Dallas County, Arkansas is 44.5 years. Residents are 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

The median home value in Dallas County is $98,200 and median monthly rent is $626. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,490 total housing units, 30.5% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Dallas County, Arkansas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 28.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.5%.

Little Rock is among the largest cities associated with Dallas County, Arkansas, with a population of 202,739.

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

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