Economy & Jobs — Carthage, Arkansas
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $21,429 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$24,400 |
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| Per Capita Income | $17,679 |
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| Poverty Rate | 25.9% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 15.2% |
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| In Labor Force | 45 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Agriculture | 36.7% |
| Manufacturing | 28.6% |
| Education Healthcare | 18.4% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Gas Stations | 10 |
| Commercial Banks | 4 |
| Insurance Agencies | 4 |
| Fast Food | 4 |
| General Merchandise | 3 |
| Physician Offices | 3 |
| Dental Offices | 3 |
| Hotels Motels | 3 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
