Economy & Jobs — Newark, Arkansas
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $40,417 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$39,600 |
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| Per Capita Income | $21,431 |
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| Poverty Rate | 29.5% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% |
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| In Labor Force | 595 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Manufacturing | 20.9% |
| Education Healthcare | 18.4% |
| Retail | 15.2% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Fast Food | 28 |
| Gas Stations | 24 |
| Physician Offices | 21 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 21 |
| Commercial Banks | 20 |
| Insurance Agencies | 17 |
| Law Offices | 17 |
| General Merchandise | 12 |
| Auto Repair | 10 |
| Dental Offices | 10 |
| Grocery Stores | 9 |
| Chiropractors | 8 |
| Coffee Shops | 8 |
| Real Estate Offices | 7 |
| Hotels Motels | 7 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
