Population & Household section gives reader an outlook. of general population profile, structure, and outlook.
Population Trend
Total Population
6472
Sex Ratio
96.9 %
Population Growth (2021-2022)
-2.6 %
Population CAGR (2010-2022)
-2.03 %
Population Growth Rate (%)
Source: Census.gov
Age Structure
Dallas County, AR, is experiencing significant demographic challenges, with a 13-year population CAGR of -2.03% and a 1-year decline of 2.6%, indicating a trend of outmigration or declining birth rates. The median age of 45.8 is notably higher than the state average of 38.4, reflecting an aging population, with 24.5% over 65 years old. The county's age dependency ratio of 81.2 is among the highest in Arkansas, suggesting a growing burden on the working-age population. In contrast, counties like Benton and Washington are seeing robust growth, highlighting regional disparities in demographic trends.
Dependency Rate
81.2 %
Median Age
45.8 y.o.
% of Population > 65 y.o.
24.5 %
Active Aging Index
151.9 %
Old Dependency Rate
44.4 %
Young Dependency Rate
36.8 %
Age Structure (%)
Source: Census.gov
Population Structure
Source: Census.gov
Household Status
Total Households
2289
Married-couple Household
1031
Household CAGR (2010-2022)
-2.65 %
Household Growth (2021-2022)
-1.59 %
Average Household Size
2.65 p
Average Family Size
3.55 p
Household with Children (%)
21.6 %
Household with Elder 65+ (%)
47.3 %
Household Size
Source: Census.gov
Household Structure
Source: Census.gov
Marriage
Never Married
31.5 %
Now Married
42.9 %
Widowed
12.5 %
Divorced
13 %
Marriage Status
Source: Census.gov
Marriage Status Breakdown
Source: Census.gov | S1201
Cultures
*Culture section contains several components: races, education, marriage and other factors.