Madison County, Arkansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 43rd-largest in Arkansas
The population of Madison County, Arkansas is 17,032 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 43rd-largest county in Arkansas. The median household income is $53,888, the median home value is $157,800, and the median age is 41.2.
The population of Madison County has grown 13.9% since 2010 (15,686 → 17,865), a +0.93% annualized rate.
17,032
Population
+0.93%
Annual growth
20
People / sq mi
$53,888
Median Income
$157,800
Median Home Value
Madison County covers 834 sq mi of land at 20.4 people per square mile.
About Madison County, AR
Educational attainment is the headline number in Madison County: 12.8% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. With 17,032 residents, Madison County is a county in Arkansas. It ranks #43 among counties in Arkansas by population.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $53,888, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.6%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $157,800, with typical rent around $727.
Madison County is among the least college-educated US counties, at 12.8% — below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.7%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Madison County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Madison County had a population of 15,686 in 2010 and 17,865 in 2024, a 13.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,865 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.94%.
17,865
Population (2024)
15,686
Population (2010)
17,865
Peak (2024)
0.94%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,686 |
| 2011 | 15,665 |
| 2012 | 15,604 |
| 2013 | 15,690 |
| 2014 | 15,741 |
| 2015 | 15,719 |
| 2016 | 16,136 |
| 2017 | 16,307 |
| 2018 | 16,359 |
| 2019 | 16,519 |
| 2020 | 16,560 |
| 2021 | 16,961 |
| 2022 | 17,493 |
| 2023 | 17,767 |
| 2024 | 17,865 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 74.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.2
Median Age
50.0%
Female
50.0%
Male
19.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.1% · Seniors (65+): 19.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $53,888$-4,885 vs state |
| Mean household income | $73,885 |
| Per-capita income | $28,869 |
| Poverty rate | 11.6%+0.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 56.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Madison County is professional & business services, accounting for 17.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
3.2%
Carpool
78.9%
Public transit
8.7%
Work from home
31.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$157,800$-17,500 vs state
Median home value
$727
Median rent
79.0%
Homeownership rate
7,699
Total housing units
82.9%
Occupied
17.1%
Vacant
21.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
87.5%
With health insurance
94.5%
With broadband internet
33.7%
Foreign-born
7.8%
Veterans (18+)
18.6%
With a disability
96.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
85.8%
High School+
12.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Madison County, Arkansas has a population of 17,032 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 43rd-largest county in Arkansas. Population density is 20 people per square mile.
The population of Madison County has grown 13.9% since 2010 (15,686 → 17,865), a +0.93% annualized rate.
The median household income in Madison County, Arkansas is $53,888, with mean (average) household income of $73,885 and per-capita income of $28,869. 11.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Madison County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (74.5%), Hispanic or Latino (4.6%), Black or African American (0.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Madison County, Arkansas is 41.2 years. Residents are 50.0% female and 50.0% male.
The median home value in Madison County is $157,800 and median monthly rent is $727. 79.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 7,699 total housing units, 17.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Madison County, Arkansas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 17.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.
Little Rock is among the largest cities associated with Madison 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.