Monroe County's estimated 2026 population is 6,119 with a growth rate of -2% in the past year according to the most recent United States census data. Monroe County is the 71st largest county in Arkansas. The 2010 population was 8,138 and has seen a growth of -24.81% since that time.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.5 years
Female: 45 years
Male: 47 years
There are 5,037 adults, (1,546 of whom are seniors) in Monroe County.
Female: 3,474 (52.7%)
Male: 3,115 (47.3%)
The racial composition of Monroe County includes 53.41% White, 40.23% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 3,519 | 53.41% |
| Black or African American | 2,651 | 40.23% |
| Two or more races | 354 | 5.37% |
| Asian | 48 | 0.73% |
| Other race | 17 | 0.26% |
Monroe County's average per capita income is $39,268. Household income levels show a median of $43,214. The poverty rate stands at 20.57%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $78,472 | - |
| Families | $64,515 | $82,266 |
| Households | $43,214 | $61,151 |
| Non Families | $29,587 | $37,421 |
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