Jacksonville is home to roughly 29,285 residents. Jacksonville was founded in 1870 and sits in Pulaski County. The median age is 32.5 and the median household income is $46,947. Homes carry a median value of $155,300, and about 49% of residents own where they live. Black residents make up the largest share of the population (46.6%). Around 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 20 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Jacksonville — frequently asked
What is the population of Jacksonville, Arkansas?
Jacksonville has a population of about 29,285, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Jacksonville?
The median home value in Jacksonville is $155,300, and the median gross rent is $913/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Jacksonville safe? What is the crime rate?
Jacksonville Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 1,126 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Jacksonville face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Pulaski County as "Relatively High" overall, with top hazards including ice storm, lightning, tornado.
How many schools are in Jacksonville?
Jacksonville has 8 public schools (5 elementary, 2 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Jacksonville?
Public registry data lists 7 registered sex offenders in or near Jacksonville. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.