Van Buren County's 2026 population is estimated at 16,152, reflecting a 0% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Van Buren County is the 46th largest county in Arkansas. The 2010 population was 17,306 and has grown -6.67% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 49.6 years
Female: 52 years
Male: 46.5 years
There are 12,922 adults, (4,337 of whom are seniors) in Van Buren County.
Female: 7,922 (49.5%)
Male: 8,076 (50.5%)
The racial composition of Van Buren County includes 92.58% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Black or African American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,811 | 92.58% |
| Two or more races | 777 | 4.86% |
| Other race | 174 | 1.09% |
| Native American | 105 | 0.66% |
| Black or African American | 68 | 0.43% |
| Asian | 63 | 0.39% |
Van Buren County 's average per capita income is $37,322. Household income levels show a median of $50,354. The poverty rate stands at 19.12%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $65,084 | - |
| Families | $63,452 | $71,610 |
| Households | $50,354 | $62,356 |
| Non Families | $29,211 | $42,232 |
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