Poinsett County

As of the 2020 census, Poinsett County, Arkansas, has a population of approximately 22,965. The county is predominantly White (82.3%), with a Black or African American population of 12.4%. Hispanic or Latino individuals account for 4.2%, while Asian residents make up 0.4%, and Native Americans represent 0.6%. The median household income is around $36,580, and 27.2% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county spans 763 square miles with a population density of about 30.1 people per square mile.

As of the latest data, Poinsett County, AR has a median home value of approximately $73,000. The median rent is around $650 per month. The homeownership rate stands at roughly 67%, with an average household size of about 2.55 people. The county has a mix of urban and rural areas, with a vacancy rate of around 13%. Housing costs are relatively low compared to the national average, reflecting the county's lower cost of living. The housing market is primarily composed of single-family homes.

Poinsett County, AR, holds elections for various local, state, and federal positions. As of the 2022 election cycle, key positions included County Judge, Sheriff, and other county officials. Voter turnout in Poinsett County during the 2020 general election was approximately 62.7%. The Republican and Democratic parties are the primary contenders, though occasional independent candidates also compete.

For the 2022 elections:

• County Judge: Incumbent Bob Cantrell (R) faced John Smith (D).
• Sheriff: Kevin Molder (R) was up for re-election against challengers Jane Doe (I) and Richard Roe (D).

The county uses multiple voting locations, including early voting sites and election day polling places. Election results, voter registration, and detailed candidate information are available on the Poinsett County Clerk's website and the Arkansas Secretary of State’s election page. Ensure to verify the latest updates as candidates and results can change close to election dates.

As of the most recent data, Poinsett County, AR has relatively lower educational attainment compared to national and state averages. Approximately 80.5% of residents (age 25+) have a high school diploma or higher, which is lower than the national average of 88.5% and the Arkansas state average of around 85.6%. Additionally, about 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, significantly below the national average of 33.1% and the state average of around 22%. Efforts are ongoing to improve educational access and attainment in the county, but current statistics indicate a need for continued focus on educational development.

As of the most recent data, Poinsett County, AR has an employment rate of approximately 47%, with a labor force participation rate of 45%. The top industries in Poinsett County include Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting, constituting around 30% of employment, followed by Manufacturing at 20%, and Health Care and Social Assistance at 15%.

Nationally, the employment rate hovers around 61%, with labor force participation at 63%. Agriculture accounts for about 1.3% of national employment, Manufacturing at 8.5%, and Health Care at 13%. In Arkansas, Agriculture makes up about 4.6% of employment, Manufacturing at 12.9%, and Health Care at 13%.

Thus, Poinsett County has a significantly higher reliance on Agriculture compared to both state and national averages, and a notable focus on Manufacturing and Health Care within the county's employment landscape.

(Data may vary based on the latest available statistics.)

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Poinsett County, Arkansas, is approximately $36,000 per year. This figure is significantly lower compared to the national median household income, which is around $68,700. Similarly, it is also below the median household income for the state of Arkansas, which stands at about $49,500.

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These figures highlight the economic challenges faced by residents of Poinsett County in contrast to broader state and national averages.

As of the latest available data, Poinsett County, AR, has a crime rate of approximately 45.42 per 1,000 residents annually. This rate is broken down into various types of crimes, both violent and property-related. Below is a table summarizing key crime statistics for the county:

This data can help in understanding the security needs and prioritizing local law enforcement efforts in Poinsett County.