Howard County's 2026 population is estimated at 12,161, reflecting a -0.92% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Howard County is the 56th largest county in Arkansas. The 2010 population was 13,798 and has grown -11.86% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.8 years
Female: 39.1 years
Male: 38.3 years
There are 9,349 adults, (2,371 of whom are seniors) in Howard County.
Female: 6,510 (51.7%)
Male: 6,073 (48.3%)
The racial composition of Howard County includes 65.06% White, 20.85% Black or African American, 6.99% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 8,186 | 65.06% |
| Black or African American | 2,623 | 20.85% |
| Other race | 879 | 6.99% |
| Two or more races | 810 | 6.44% |
| Asian | 73 | 0.58% |
| Native American | 12 | 0.1% |
Howard County 's average per capita income is $35,587. Household income levels show a median of $45,603. The poverty rate stands at 22.52%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $68,750 | - |
| Families | $56,713 | $75,091 |
| Households | $45,603 | $62,719 |
| Non Families | $27,688 | $36,653 |
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