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Arkansas

Statehood Year:
1836
Capital:
Little Rock
Largest Cities:
Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith
Abbreviation:
AR

Arkansas is a state in the Southeast region of the United States, known for the Ozark Mountains, hot springs, and fertile Delta region. It has a population of 3,107,240, making it the 34th most populated state in the country. The capital city is Little Rock. Arkansas has a diverse economy spanning agriculture, retail, and logistics.

3,107,240
Total Population
58
Population Density (mi²)
34
Population Rank
18.9K 0.61%
Annual Population Growth

Arkansas Population

Demographics

Economics and Income Statistics

Population by County

Arkansas County Populations

Sources

  1. US Census State Population Estimates - Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program
  2. US Census County Population Estimates - Most recent county estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program
  3. American Community Survey (2009 - 2013)
  4. Census QuickFacts
  5. Historical Populations of States and Counties (1790 - 1990)