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Carroll County, AR, exhibits a population growth rate of 0.7% over the past year, slightly above the state average of 0.4%. With a median age of 44.6, it is older than many neighboring counties, such as Benton (35.7) and Washington (32.3), indicating a more mature demographic. The county's age dependency ratio of 82.1 is notably high, reflecting a significant proportion of dependents, particularly the elderly, with 23.1% of the population aged 65 and over. This trend suggests potential challenges in supporting an aging population compared to younger counties in Arkansas.