Poinsett County's 2026 population is estimated at 22,154, reflecting a -0.33% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Poinsett County is the 26th largest county in Arkansas. The 2010 population was 24,510 and has grown -9.61% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40 years
Female: 41.8 years
Male: 38 years
There are 17,088 adults, (4,170 of whom are seniors) in Poinsett County.
Female: 11,540 (51.2%)
Male: 11,003 (48.8%)
The racial composition of Poinsett County includes 84.54% White, 5.35% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 19,058 | 84.54% |
| Two or more races | 2,013 | 8.93% |
| Black or African American | 1,206 | 5.35% |
| Native American | 109 | 0.48% |
| Other race | 108 | 0.48% |
| Asian | 41 | 0.18% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 8 | 0.04% |
Poinsett County 's average per capita income is $36,722. Household income levels show a median of $46,707. The poverty rate stands at 20.1%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $74,824 | - |
| Families | $62,272 | $76,205 |
| Households | $46,707 | $62,546 |
| Non Families | $23,471 | $37,989 |
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