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.

Key executive branch officials

  • GovernorSarah Huckabee Sanders (R) - The state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
  • Secretary of StateCole Jester (R) - Oversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.

Key legislative branch officials

  • Speaker of the HouseBrian Evans (R) - Leads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.

2020 Census Data Shown

Key statewide indicators for Arkansas from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty and uninsured rates, and broadband access.

Updated: 2025-09-25

Population in Arkansas (2020): 3.0 million residents

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.

Total Population

Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.

Median age in Arkansas: 38.4 years

What is the median age in Arkansas?

The median age in Arkansas is 38.4 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.

Median Age

Half of residents are younger, half older than this age.

Median household income in Arkansas: $58,773

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.

Median Household Income

Midpoint of household income distribution (in dollars).

Education in Arkansas: HS or higher 9.2%; bachelor's or higher 25.1%

What share of adults in Arkansas have a high school or bachelor's degree?

In Arkansas, 9.2% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 25.1% have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Education Levels

Share of adults 25+ with at least a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree.

Poverty and uninsured in Arkansas: poverty 16.0%; uninsured 9.0%

What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, the poverty rate is 16.0% and the uninsured rate is 9.0%.

Poverty & Uninsured

Percent of people below the federal poverty line and the share without health insurance.

Broadband in Arkansas: 1,189,160 subscriptions

How many households in Arkansas have broadband?

In Arkansas, broadband access is 1,189,160 subscriptions. Number of broadband subscriptions reported.

Broadband

Number of broadband subscriptions reported.

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