Hempstead County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,673, reflecting a -1.14% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Hempstead County is the 37th largest county in Arkansas. The 2010 population was 22,604 and has grown -17.39% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.2 years
Female: 41.5 years
Male: 39.9 years
There are 14,575 adults, (3,641 of whom are seniors) in Hempstead County.
Female: 10,092 (51.7%)
Male: 9,416 (48.3%)
The racial composition of Hempstead County includes 54.73% White, 28.64% Black or African American, 6.35% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,677 | 54.73% |
| Black or African American | 5,588 | 28.64% |
| Two or more races | 1,842 | 9.44% |
| Other race | 1,239 | 6.35% |
| Asian | 128 | 0.66% |
| Native American | 34 | 0.17% |
Hempstead County 's average per capita income is $39,310. Household income levels show a median of $46,787. The poverty rate stands at 20.22%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $74,805 | - |
| Families | $64,504 | $94,530 |
| Households | $46,787 | $71,285 |
| Non Families | $23,331 | $32,350 |
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