Greene County

Greene County, AR, has a population of around 45,000. The racial composition is approximately 95% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 0.6% Asian, and 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is about $43,000, and the poverty rate is around 18.1%. The median age is roughly 39 years. Families constitute about 70% of the households, with an average household size of 2.56 persons. Approximately 12% of the population is aged 65 and over.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau.

As of the latest data in 2023, Greene County, AR, has a median home value of approximately $135,000. The homeownership rate stands around 65%. The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment is about $700 per month. Home appreciation over the past decade has been roughly 3.5% annually. The county features a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and mobile homes. Due to rising demand and limited supply, both home prices and rental rates have experienced moderate increases in recent years.

As of the most recent update in 2022, Greene County, AR held various elections, including local and state races.

Local Races:

• For the position of County Judge, Rusty McMillon ran for re-election.
• Sheriff: Brad Snyder ran unopposed.
• County Clerk: Lisa Criswell was a candidate.

State Races:

• Arkansas House of Representatives, District 53: Rep. Jimmy Gazaway (Republican) ran for re-election.
• Arkansas Senate, District 21: Sen. Blake Johnson (Republican) sought re-election.

Election Results:

• Voter turnout: Approx. 53%
• Rusty McMillon received 67% of the vote.
• Brad Snyder garnered 100% as he was unopposed.
• Lisa Criswell won with 54%.

For the latest data, please check with the Greene County Clerk’s Office or their official website.

As of the latest available data, Greene County, AR, has notable educational statistics. Approximately 83.1% of residents ages 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, while around 15.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. In comparison, the national average for high school attainment is around 88%, and for bachelor's degrees, it is about 33.1%. At the state level, Arkansas sees an average of 85.6% for high school graduates and 23.3% for those with a bachelor's degree or higher. This indicates that Greene County is slightly below both the state and national averages in terms of educational attainment.

As of recent data, Greene County, AR, has a labor force of approximately 20,000 people, with an unemployment rate of around 3.5%, slightly below the national average of 3.7% and the Arkansas state average of 3.6%.

Key industries in Greene County include manufacturing, healthcare, retail trade, and education. Manufacturing is notably significant, employing around 30% of the workforce, compared to the national average of about 8.5% and the state average of 13%. Healthcare and social assistance employ around 20%, higher than the national average of 14%. Retail trade employs approximately 15%, closely aligning with the national average of around 12%.

These figures underscore the county's strong manufacturing base, which is significantly more pronounced than both state and national trends, contributing to a robust local economy.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Greene County, AR is approximately $44,000. This figure is lower compared to the national median household income of around $68,700 and also falls below the Arkansas state median household income, which is about $49,500.

Here is a comparative statistics table:

This data demonstrates that Greene County has a lower median income level than both the national average and the state average, reflecting broader economic disparities in the region.

As of the latest available data, Greene County, AR, has experienced the following crime rates per 1,000 residents:

• Violent Crime: 3.2
• Property Crime: 19.5

Crime Statistics Table (per 1,000 residents)

These rates reflect a moderate level of violent crime and a relatively higher incidence of property crimes, characteristic of small to mid-sized counties.