Lee County, Arkansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 65th-largest in Arkansas
The population of Lee County, Arkansas is 8,511 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 65th-largest county in Arkansas. The median household income is $36,860, the median home value is $77,900, and the median age is 41.9.
The population of Lee County has declined 22.0% since 2010 (10,388 → 8,104), a -1.76% annualized rate.
8,511
Population
-1.76%
Annual growth
14
People / sq mi
$36,860
Median Income
$77,900
Median Home Value
Lee County covers 600 sq mi of land at 14.2 people per square mile.
About Lee County, AR
Educational attainment is the headline number in Lee County: 6.9% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. With 8,511 residents, Lee County is a county in Arkansas.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $36,860, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US counties: 23.1%, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $77,900, with typical rent around $638.
Lee County is among the least college-educated US counties, at 6.9% — below the national 35.0%. Remote work is widespread — 15.3% of workers stay home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Lee County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lee County had a population of 10,388 in 2010 and 8,104 in 2024, a -22.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,388 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.75%.
8,104
Population (2024)
10,388
Population (2010)
10,388
Peak (2010)
-1.75%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,388 |
| 2011 | 10,282 |
| 2012 | 10,174 |
| 2013 | 9,996 |
| 2014 | 9,827 |
| 2015 | 9,660 |
| 2016 | 9,330 |
| 2017 | 9,121 |
| 2018 | 8,962 |
| 2019 | 8,889 |
| 2020 | 8,530 |
| 2021 | 8,565 |
| 2022 | 8,373 |
| 2023 | 8,221 |
| 2024 | 8,104 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 40.0% |
| Black or African American | 54.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.9
Median Age
44.0%
Female
56.0%
Male
20.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.1% · Seniors (65+): 20.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $36,860$-21,913 vs state |
| Mean household income | $60,647 |
| Per-capita income | $21,687 |
| Poverty rate | 23.1%+11.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 7.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 32.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lee County is professional & business services, accounting for 18.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
1.0%
Carpool
77.9%
Public transit
15.3%
Work from home
24.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$77,900$-97,400 vs state
Median home value
$638
Median rent
61.2%
Homeownership rate
3,707
Total housing units
71.2%
Occupied
28.8%
Vacant
38.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.5%
With health insurance
83.6%
With broadband internet
14.9%
Foreign-born
4.5%
Veterans (18+)
25.1%
With a disability
98.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
82.6%
High School+
6.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lee County, Arkansas has a population of 8,511 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 65th-largest county in Arkansas. Population density is 14 people per square mile.
The population of Lee County has declined 22.0% since 2010 (10,388 → 8,104), a -1.76% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lee County, Arkansas is $36,860, with mean (average) household income of $60,647 and per-capita income of $21,687. 23.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lee County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (54.7%), White (40.0%), Hispanic or Latino (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lee County, Arkansas is 41.9 years. Residents are 44.0% female and 56.0% male.
The median home value in Lee County is $77,900 and median monthly rent is $638. 61.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,707 total housing units, 28.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lee County, Arkansas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 18.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 7.0%.
Little Rock is among the largest cities associated with Lee 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.