Fayetteville, AR Census Data
The 2nd largest city in Arkansas by population · 9 cities ranked
Fayetteville is the 2nd largest city in Arkansas by population and ranks 5th of 9 for median household income. With 97,227 residents, its poverty rate of 21.4% ranks among the higher rates in Arkansas. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
97,227
49.8% male · 50.2% female
Median Age
28.7
10.0 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$59,074
$19,464 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
49.8%
14.8% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 95.1%
Poverty Rate
21.4%
9.0% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 7.7%
Broadband Access
97.7%
8.0% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$322,500
Median rent: $1,003 · 42% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
Labor force participation: 62.1%
Per Capita Income
$35,991
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.6%
Disability rate: 11.1%
How Fayetteville Compares to Other Arkansas Cities
Rankings among all 9 Arkansas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 2nd of 9 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 5th of 9 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 8th of 9 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 2nd of 9 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 2nd of 9 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Commute to Work
Fayetteville, AR Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Fayetteville, AR?
The population of Fayetteville, AR is 97,227 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 28.7 years.
What is the median household income in Fayetteville?
The median household income in Fayetteville, AR is $59,074, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $35,991.
What is the poverty rate in Fayetteville?
The poverty rate in Fayetteville, AR is 21.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 7.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Fayetteville residents have a college degree?
49.8% of adults (25+) in Fayetteville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 95.1% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Fayetteville?
The median home value in Fayetteville, AR is $322,500. Median rent is $1,003 per month, with 42% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Fayetteville?
Fayetteville's population is 75.6% White, 5.2% Black, 7.7% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Fayetteville rank among Arkansas cities?
Fayetteville is the 2nd largest city in Arkansas by population, the 5th highest for median household income, the 8th lowest for poverty rate, the 2nd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 9 ranked Arkansas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Fayetteville?
The unemployment rate in Fayetteville, AR is 4.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 62.1%. Per capita income is $35,991.
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