Baxter County's 2026 population is estimated at 43,459, reflecting a 0.52% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Baxter County is the 16th largest county in Arkansas. The 2010 population was 41,511 and has grown 4.69% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 51.4 years
Female: 53.2 years
Male: 49.5 years
There are 34,898 adults, (13,140 of whom are seniors) in Baxter County.
Female: 21,652 (51.1%)
Male: 20,755 (48.9%)
The racial composition of Baxter County includes 92.24% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 39,118 | 92.24% |
| Two or more races | 2,452 | 5.78% |
| Asian | 294 | 0.69% |
| Other race | 230 | 0.54% |
| Native American | 171 | 0.4% |
| Black or African American | 136 | 0.32% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 6 | 0.01% |
Baxter County 's average per capita income is $36,225. Household income levels show a median of $48,452. The poverty rate stands at 15.49%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $73,806 | $97,845 |
| Families | $65,448 | $85,544 |
| Households | $48,452 | $71,486 |
| Non Families | $32,517 | $45,986 |
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