Arkansas State Data
Connect with Your State Leaders in Arkansas
Meet the key players in Arkansas's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Arkansas.
Sarah Huckabee SandersGovernorRepublicanThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Cole JesterSecretary of StateRepublicanOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Brian EvansSpeaker of the HouseRepublicanLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Arkansas Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Arkansas sends 2 Senators and 4 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 3 seats are up for election in 2026.
John BoozmanU.S. SenateRepublicanWon 2016 with 59.8%
Tom CottonU.S. SenateRepublicanWon 2020 with 66.5%Up in 2026
Rick CrawfordU.S. House • Arkansas U.S. House Arkansas District 1Republican
French HillU.S. House • Arkansas U.S. House Arkansas District 2Republican
Steve WomackU.S. House • Arkansas U.S. House Arkansas District 3RepublicanWon 2024 with 63.8%Up in 2026
Bruce WestermanU.S. House • Arkansas U.S. House Arkansas District 4RepublicanWon 2024 with 72.9%Up in 2026
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for Arkansas. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
3.0 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
38.4 years
0.3 yr below national avg
Median Household Income
$58,773
$19,765 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
25.1%
9.9% below national avg
HS diploma or higher: 88.6%
Poverty Rate
16.0%
3.6% above national avg
Uninsured: 9.0%
Broadband Access
84.7% of households
5.0% below national avg
What is the total population of Arkansas?
Arkansas has 3.0 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in Arkansas?
The median age in Arkansas is 38.4 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in Arkansas?
The median household income in Arkansas is $58,773. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in Arkansas have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Arkansas, 88.6% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 25.1% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, the poverty rate is 16.0% and the uninsured rate is 9.0%.
How many households in Arkansas have broadband?
In Arkansas, broadband access is 84.7% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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Arkansas Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Arkansas (2020)?
Arkansas has 3.0 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Arkansas?
The median age in Arkansas is 38.4 years.
What is the median household income in Arkansas?
The median household income in Arkansas is $58,773.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, the poverty rate is 16.0% and the uninsured rate is 9.0%.
How many households in Arkansas have broadband?
In Arkansas, broadband access is 84.7% of households.