Independence County's 2026 population is estimated at 39,001, reflecting a 0.56% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Independence County is the 18th largest county in Arkansas. The 2010 population was 36,811 and has grown 5.95% since 2010.
Overall: 38.7 years
Female: 39.4 years
Male: 37.5 years
There are 28,892 adults, (6,708 of whom are seniors) in Independence County.
Female: 19,258 (50.4%)
Male: 18,917 (49.6%)
The racial composition of Independence County includes 83.63% White, 4.51% other race, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 31,927 | 83.63% |
| Two or more races | 3,155 | 8.26% |
| Other race | 1,721 | 4.51% |
| Black or African American | 701 | 1.84% |
| Asian | 332 | 0.87% |
| Native American | 228 | 0.6% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 111 | 0.29% |
Independence County 's average per capita income is $39,932. Household income levels show a median of $56,609. The poverty rate stands at 20.39%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $79,231 | - |
| Families | $67,003 | $92,186 |
| Households | $56,609 | $78,952 |
| Non Families | $28,475 | $46,700 |
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