Economy & Jobs — Helena-West Helena, Arkansas
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $36,019 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$37,000 |
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| Per Capita Income | $19,219 |
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| Poverty Rate | 31.7% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 17.4% |
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| In Labor Force | 3,381 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 29.4% |
| Manufacturing | 15.6% |
| Retail | 13.7% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Gas Stations | 11 |
| Commercial Banks | 10 |
| General Merchandise | 9 |
| Insurance Agencies | 9 |
| Law Offices | 9 |
| Fast Food | 8 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 7 |
| Physician Offices | 6 |
| Child Day Care | 6 |
| Grocery Stores | 5 |
| Real Estate Offices | 4 |
| Hotels Motels | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
