Lafayette County's 2026 population is estimated at 5,881, reflecting a -1.13% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lafayette County is the 72nd largest county in Arkansas. The 2010 population was 7,638 and has grown -23% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 49 years
Female: 50.5 years
Male: 44.9 years
There are 5,016 adults, (1,584 of whom are seniors) in Lafayette County.
Female: 2,988 (48.7%)
Male: 3,148 (51.3%)
The racial composition of Lafayette County includes 57.74% White, 36.86% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 3,543 | 57.74% |
| Black or African American | 2,262 | 36.86% |
| Two or more races | 206 | 3.36% |
| Asian | 62 | 1.01% |
| Other race | 49 | 0.8% |
| Native American | 14 | 0.23% |
Lafayette County 's average per capita income is $39,180. Household income levels show a median of $41,278. The poverty rate stands at 22.26%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $67,500 | - |
| Families | $61,813 | $76,118 |
| Households | $41,278 | $59,632 |
| Non Families | $20,360 | $24,157 |
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